Senior Financial Analyst

This job is with Novartis, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. Summary About the role: Provide expert advice to superiors on BPA as well as insightful and value-added analysis and decision support to management team. Provide financial and administrative support to a manufacturing site , regarding financial planning and analysis. About the Role Key Requirements Support Site finance head with the operational conversion of the BPA strategic goals within a dedicated area of the business Works with site finance to support financial activities, decision making and general projects. Provide analysis or reporting with particular emphasis on accuracy, compliance and timeliness of data provided for Capex, FTE, Indirect spend management. Ensure ongoing business performance is appropriately monitored and measured, and drive early warning for re-direction of resources with Business Partners. Ensure integrity of data provided by site business teams, and provide value added; provides recommendations on forecast accuracy improvement (CAPEX planning, CAR preparation). Support the improvement and streamlining of existing management reporting processes (IFP, Power BI dashboards) and the definition and implementation of lean processes. Coordinate Business Partnering with other areas of the business (Production unit, FRA, Supply Chain and other functions) to support on time and accurate information gathering. Supports and improves business case proposals and profitability tracking and the annual budgeting, rolling forecast/Latest outlook and Strategic Planning processes. Essential Requirements At least 4 years'experience in finance & controlling Atleast 2 years'experience in managing global stakeholders Chartered Accountant, equivalent degree or MBA in Finance from renowned business school Desirable Requirements Strong analytical skills, detail orientation and ability to deep dive in processes and systems Good organizational & communication skills, ability to work with different stakeholders in a multicultural environment Fluent in English Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? Benefits and Rewards: Learn about all the ways we'll help you thrive personally and professionally. Read our handbook (PDF 30 MB)