Requirements: English
Company: Sanofi EU
Region: Budapest , Budapest
Location : Budapest, Hungary
Flexible working : hybrid
Job type : Permanent, Full-time
About the job
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve peoples lives. Were also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Our Hubs are a crucial part of how we innovate, improving performance across every Sanofi department and providing a springboard for the amazing work we do. Build a career and you can be part of transforming our business while helping to change millions of lives.
Our Team:
The role is part of a high performing team committed to Finance transformation and achieving best -in- class standards .
As a Senior Financial Analyst, you will provide controlling support to the local Business Units , including preparation of budgets and forecasts ( Budget / F1 / F2 / Quarterly Landings / Rolling Forecast ), monthly closings ( sales & expense reviews , scorecards ), project approval and tracking , and other financial planning & analysis activities on a timely basis .
As part of the Finance Operations and Transformation team, you will have numerous opportunities to enhance processes and foster collaboration with Finance and business partners. This role will allow you to showcase and further develop your analytical and interpersonal skills.
Additionally, you will contribute to identifying and implementing innovative ways of working as we transform how Sanofi manages Sales, Industrial Costing, Opex, and CAPEX controls.
Main responsibilities :
- dentify and implement new ways of working to transform Sanofi''s controls for Sales, Industrial Costing, Opex, and CAPEX.
- Manage operational controlling activities for sales/gross to net, industrial costing, and operating/capital expenses.
- Partner with Finance Business Partners (FBPs) to support Business Leaders and ensure accurate, timely monthly closing, sharing results with FBPs and Budget Owners.
- Prepare monthly commentary on variances, develop Opex and headcount forecasts, and ensure execution of budgeted plans.
- Oversee project management, ensuring timely capitalization and compliance with Sanofi methods and procedures.
- Identify risks and opportunities, track headcount, budget assumptions, and approve project spending.
- Promote efficiencies, ensure compliance with SOX and internal controls, and support finance initiatives and ad hoc projects.
About you
Expected skills and experience:
- Diversified financial controlling or accounting experience.
Soft skills :
- Build partnerships across business levels, influencing and shaping decisions.
- High attention to detail, quality, and ability to operate under pressure and strict deadlines.
- Lead through influence with strong organization skills to manage multiple projects.
- Develop rapport and credibility with stakeholders, working effectively across international work streams.
- Adaptable in a complex matrix environment and act as a change agent to propose and drive changes.
- Technology savvy, business-oriented, and agile learner, capable of working in multiple systems and tools.
Technical skills:
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, V-lookups, macros, and data downloads.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with proven experience working across multiple internal stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ethical behavior in challenging situations and strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail and strategic thinking.
- Solid grasp of evolving Sanofi technology platforms, processes, and controls, including SAGA.
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance or any related field is required.
Preferred :
- MBA and/or CPA.
- Pharmaceutical and public accounting experience.
- Commercial Finance and Gross to Net.
- TM1 and SAP experience.
Why choose us?
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package