Job Description

Overview: The FP&A manager will play a crucial role in driving financial performance and supporting strategic decision-making within our Human Health portfolios in the company. This position involves robust business partnering, meticulous reporting for a dynamic organization, and effective planning processes to enhance the overall financial performance of the organization.

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

Business Partnering

Serve as a strategic business partner to commercial units, providing insights and analyses that support informed decision-making across all levels of the organization.Evaluate the financial performance of the market to optimize resource allocation, identify trade-offs, and uncover opportunities that drive appropriate investments for maximum returns.Collaborate with the Commercial Team to support and drive innovative initiatives that align with business objectives.

Reporting & Planning Processes

Actively participate in financial planning and forecasting activities, delivering timely and actionable analyses to commercial leads.Contribute to the development of market forecast and budget presentation materials, ensuring clarity and accuracy.Monitor and analyze financial performance regularly, including variance analyses between actuals and budget/forecast.Work collaboratively with the Business Support Center and regional finance teams to align local market objectives with overall financial goals.Provide high-quality business analyses and address ad-hoc queries as they arise.

Other Responsibilities

Support ad-hoc FP&A projects and requests from international and regional teams as needed.Drive initiatives aimed at simplifying and standardizing the financial planning process.Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, while upholding our mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of 7 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis within the pharmaceutical industry.Strong business acumen and demonstrated financial analysis capabilities, combined with exceptional problem-solving skills.Proven ability to provide cross-functional support and effective communication in an agile environment.Capability to thrive in a fast-paced setting, managing multiple deadlines under pressure.Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet applications and general PC literacy; knowledge of SAP is a plus.Solid technical understanding of financial planning, management reporting systems, and accounting principles.Highly engaged, collaborative team player with a commitment to achieving shared goals.Business-level proficiency in English, both spoken and written, is required.

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Regular

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Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

06/30/2025

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Requisition ID:R344997