Job Description

Position Overview:

Join a dynamic regional Finance team and be a part of an important region for the Company that supports the 6 big markets in Europe/Canada. As a FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis) Specialist in the CER Finance COE (Centre of Excellence), you will play a crucial role in improving our forecasting and reporting processes, while contributing to our goal of becoming a leading data-driven organization. With a focus on innovation and improving lives, this is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare industry.

Key Reasons to Join Us:

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization at the forefront of medical innovation, where your insights and contributions will shape the future of our finance operations.
• Career Growth: We offer ample opportunities for professional growth and provide access to continuous learning resources, enabling you to enhance your financial planning and analysis skills.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team of talented and diverse professionals who value collaboration and foster a supportive work environment, ensuring that your ideas and contributions are valued.
• Cutting-Edge Technologies: You will have the opportunity to leverage state-of-the-art tools such as SAP and Power BI, enabling you to analyze complex financial data efficiently and derive valuable insights.
• Impactful Insights: Your work will directly influence our strategic and tactical decision-making processes, enabling us to continue advancing medical innovation and improving lives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Financial Planning and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with local market finance teams to develop annual budgets and periodic forecasts.
• Include forecast data from markets into company forecasting systems; validating planning assumptions & ensuring accuracy of planning inputs (gross to net, pricing, sales units, expenses and headcount)
• Provide additional support to Finance Business Partners during forecast cycles.
• Conduct ad-hoc business analyses enabling informed financial decisions and driving business growth.
• Consolidate and review financial forecasts across markets in CER

Financial Analysis and Reporting

• Prepare reports (both standard and ad-hoc) from company forecasting and actual reporting systems to share with local and regional stakeholders.
• Conduct financial analysis, such as profitability analysis, cost analysis, and trend analysis, to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support mid-month sales estimates and monthly close processes.
• Provide additional support to Finance Business partners and Business stakeholders.
• Consolidate and review actual reporting across markets in CER

Continuous Improvement and Process Enhancement:

• Work with regional and local market colleagues to maintain a consistent and efficient process which is aligned with how work is done in other markets, sharing & leveraging best practices.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve financial reporting, and enhance data accuracy and integrity.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in cross-functional projects and provide financial expertise and analysis to support decision-making.
• Stay updated with industry trends, regulations, and accounting standards to ensure compliance and incorporate relevant changes into financial processes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting with a minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience
• Proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting techniques, and advanced Excel functions.
• Familiarity with financial systems and software (e.g., LPT, BPC, SAP, PowerBI, Planning Dashboards)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and generate meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of key drivers of financial performance.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.
• Bring a high level of energy and desire to contribute to the creation of a high performing FP&A team
• Ability to work remotely from a centralized location

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Valid Driving License:

Hazardous Material(s):

Required Skills:

Audits Compliance, Audits Compliance, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Business Financial Planning, Capital Budgeting, Cash Management, Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Cross-Functional Teamwork, Data Analysis, Detail-Oriented, External Financial Reporting, Finance, Financial Advising, Financial Analysis, Financial Budgeting, Financial Data Mining, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Performance, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Tax Planning, Management Controls, Management Process, Preparation of Financial Reports {+ 4 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

08/9/2025

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