Site Finance Lead

Takeda•Lexington, MA

1d•$177,000 - $278,080•Onsite

About The Position

This position's responsibility is to be the Site Finance Head for the site. Working as an agile thought partner, this role will be a trusted advisor. Lead all Finance function activities within the site, including business partnering, decision support, business cases and investment decisions, planning, forecasting, fiduciary and statutory responsibilities and obligations. Independent thought leader providing strategic direction to Site/OpU/Region; a deep understanding of the Site Manufacturing/Site Support Functions in achieving the site strategy. Elevate financial capabilities within Site Finance function, develop next generation of leaders. A member of Site Leadership Team to provide financial insights/solutions.

Requirements

BA/BS Degree in Accounting or Finance.
Minimum of 10-12 years accounting/finance experience with strong people management.
Ability to effectively influence and drive consensus across global cross-functional teams, and ability to interact with senior management.
Experience in identifying and implementing process improvements affecting other stakeholders.
Experience in working with all levels and disciplines of people within a large organization.
Strong analytical skill with ability to analyse and understand large amounts of data.
Proficient systems skills (SAP, Excel, Powerpoint, Access).
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to persuasively convey critical elements of complex issue.

Nice To Haves

CMA, CPA, master’s in finance or MBA education preferred.
Experience in Pharmaceutical/Biotech Industry, including cost accounting experience with exposure to manufacturing and/or supply chain.

Responsibilities

Drive and lead Finance organization for the site, including decision support, planning, forecasting and analysis financial reporting (including Core Operating Profit, CAPEX, Productivity: CAU & FTE), internal controls, compliance, audit, and risk management
Develop financial analyses related to business cases and capex investments for the site. Calculate Net Present Value impact and COGS impacts on products
Collaborate with the head business excellence and finance to set business strategy for the site, lead business reviews, challenge the status quo, shape, and influence direction
Deliver high-quality insights, integrated decision support, predictive scenario planning and step-change solutions for the site
Manage planning and forecasting process to yield accurate results and stay in budget
Meet the fiduciary and statutory responsibilities and obligations, overseeing statutory reporting and compliance requirements, providing oversight of period end reporting, stats and tax returns submissions where required
Continuously enhance the controls environment and ensure adherence to all policies. Oversee local SOX & controls planning, implementation, remediation, and risk assessment.
Engage in collaborative relationships with internal and external partners
Build a best-in-class Site Finance team. Create an environment that inspires people to do their best and is aligned to the Company’s values. Elevate Finance and business partner capabilities
Lead GMSGQ Site Finance including financial reporting, compliance, planning, analysis & decision support, audit & risk management, and finance operations (TBS)
Work collaboratively with the site leadership team to provide financial insights on manufacturing performance, local risks and opportunities, predictive scenario planning, new products, and transformation initiatives
Establish and maintain a rigorous budget planning and forecasting process, such as volume, production costs, core earning, variances, capex, inventory, and head count, ensuring transparency on deviations.
Illustrate the business story beyond the numbers through impactful presentations to senior management
Collaborate with OpU Head of Finance in assessing local risks and opportunities, which anticipate performance variances versus budget and forecasts
Perform annual standard cost calculations and monthly deviation analysis (SAP/F4P). Review the annual physical inventory count and fixed asset verification
Meet site statutory financial reporting – IFRS, J-Sox/US-SOX – and compliance requirements. Develop company compliance (laws, regulations, and ethics), and represent the company in non-GMP Compliance Audits
Build a best-in-class Site Finance team. Create an environment that inspires people to do their best and is aligned to the Company’s values. Elevate Finance and business partner capabilities.