Key responsibilities :
- Support on LO / LF / TGT / SP & spot landing on P&L and Cash Flow planning and consolidation for total Novartis Group (US, International, Development, Biomedical Research, Operations, Central BU)
- Take responsibility on all central planning items / adjustments during each planning cycles to ensure completeness of IM P&L. Provide accurate operational information and advice to support the annual budgeting, rolling forecast and Strategic Planning processes
- Prepare / update various analytical reports / templates to analyze and review unit submission and performance. Perform analysis to evaluate risks or opportunities; make recommendations to mitigate these risks. Other standard / ad-hoc support on planning deliverables and related processes
- Support monthly closing activities, validations, finalization of numbers and preparation of management reports. Prepare key pre-quarter / quarter close deliverables / reports for management, Group FRA and Investor Relations
- Support with the preparation of financial disclosures for Annual reports. Provide management with accurate, relevant business analysis to support monthly operational reviews and ad-hoc requests, and ensure timely and accurate information gathering
- Manage and provide financial analysis and decision making support. Continually improve and streamline existing management reporting processes and support the definition and implementation of lean processes to meet the changing demands of the business
- Other standard / ad-hoc support on closing & reporting deliverables and related processes. Identify opportunities for automation, streamline workflows, and implement digital tools or solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce manual errors
- Identify and implement best practices to standardize financial reporting across the organization. Analyse existing financial processes to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks and implement necessary solutions
- Create standardized templates and reporting formats for financial statements, reports, and disclosures to ensure consistency in financial reporting
- Leverage data visualization tools to present financial information in a concise and visually appealing manner to Analyse and interpret information, enhance decision-making and improve the overall visibility of financial performance
Essential Requirement :
MBA (Finance) or CAMinimum 10 -12 years experience in financial planning and analysis role preferably in pharmaceutical industry / other related industriesExperience in budgeting and forecasting activities, including the ability to develop detailed budgets, perform variance analysis, and create accurate financial forecastsStrong data analytical skills with the ability to interpret and analyze financial data, identify trends and draw meaningful insights from the informationAttention to details : Have a keen eye for details and the ability to identify errors or discrepancies in financial data, if anyPossess strong understanding of the business environment and align financial analysis and recommendations with business goals and strategiesDesirable Requirements :
Possess strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to analyze options, weigh risks and benefits, and recommend effective solutionsAbility to identify process improvements and drive change managementAbility to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentHave strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goalsGood organizational & communication skills, ability to work with different stakeholders and present complex information in as simplified manner as possibleSkills Required
Data Analytics, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Communication Skills, Finance