Finance Controller

Overview:

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Controller to lead financial and operational strategies at our Berlin-based site. This critical role focuses on enhancing shareholder value by ensuring robust financial planning, performance analysis, and compliance while fostering strong partnerships across the organization. As a member of the Site Leadership Team (SLT), the Financial Controller serves as a strategic advisor to the site lead and key stakeholders, reporting to the Senior Director Finance, Global Clinical Operations. The position requires on-site presence with the flexibility of up to one day of remote work per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Set the financial direction for the site, oversee business planning and financial forecasting cycles, and implement financial and operational strategies.
• Provide strategic advice on pricing and costing decisions by monitoring profitability and conducting financial analysis.
• Manage cash flow with a focus on improving Net Working Capital (accounts receivable, inventory management, and accounts payable).
• Support the development and optimization of the ERP platform (JDE) to ensure financial integrity and control.
• Maintain effective working relationships with finance teams in other locations to ensure timely and accurate completion of finance functions.
• Oversee month-end procedures, reconciliations, and variance investigations.
• Ensure the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.
• Maintain the fixed asset register and cash flow forecast for capital spending.
• Manage payroll processes and ensure timely payments to employees and external agencies (pensions, taxes, insurance).
• Maintain compliance with financial policies and lead the annual financial audit.
• Provide technical accounting support related to the latest accounting standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Proficiency in German and English (written and spoken).
• Experience in Finance Business Partnering, with exposure to manufacturing and/or supply chain operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, forecasting, and financial modeling.

Skills and Abilities:

• Superior analytical skills combined with strong written and oral communication abilities.
• Highly organized and adaptable to changing conditions.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
• Strong organizational and analytical capabilities with a focus on strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively.
• High energy and ownership of responsibilities with a results-driven mindset.
• Flexibility for on-site management and cross-location engagement.
• A hands-on approach with a willingness to delve into operational details.

If you are a results-oriented finance professional with a passion for driving operational excellence, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role.