About The Job

The role is part of a high performing team centered on Finance transformation and becoming a best-in-class Finance organization.

As a Controlling Operations, M&S Senior Financial Analyst. you will provide controlling support to their local Business Units, including preparation of budgets and forecasts (Budget / C1 / C2 / Quarterly Landings / Rolling Forecast), monthly closings, project approval and tracking, and other financial planning & analysis activities on a timely basis. 

As part of the Finance Operations and Transformation team, there will be many opportunities to improve processes and improve collaboration with your Finance partners and business partners to grow and demonstrate your analytical and interpersonal abilities.

Main Responsibilities

Ensure Industrial standard Cost is calculated in compliance with Group Methods & procedures.
Ensures strong monitoring of the Industrial KPIs to actively contribute to achieve the defined objectives for his/her perimeter
Deliver accurate reporting and provide meaningful variance analysis (Absorption, Yield, destruction)
Propose and implement continuous improvement and process simplification opportunities
Work effectively across multiple systems (SAP, Boost, Power BI, etc.)
Increase Financial and business acumen
Build in close collaboration with neighboring function (supply chain, procurement, Production) all forecast requirement such as Budget, C1/C2 & rolling forecast
Identify risks and opportunities that affect the achievement of these forecasts and clearly communicate to site Business partner and Budget Owners. Ensure business owners are executing the budgeted plan, including tracking actuals, approval of projects & providing direction to business owners
Support finance transformation on all key finance initiatives such as SAP implementation, harmonization & Standardization of our processes / reporting
Ensure compliance with pertinent SOX & internal controls
Promote efficiencies and improved ways of working across designated Manufacturing & Supplies sites and ensure best practice sharing
Build strong partnerships with Finance Business Partners (FBP), promoting information-sharing and close collaboration to best support the functions locally and globally
Partner with One Finance Experience to develop an environment of learning and the development of the Finance talent for the future; seek growth opportunities for team members to enable continuous growth
Create a positive, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere for team and neighboring functions despite uncontrollable circumstances

Experience

About you

8+ years of experience in diversified financial controlling or accounting

Soft Skills

Demonstrated results building partnerships with multi-levels across businesses required. 
Must have the ability to influence and shape business decisions. 
Must have high attention to detail, quality and proven ability to operate effectively under pressure and strict deadlines 
Ability to lead through influence including demonstrated facilitator skills
Strong organization skills: ability to track and manage a high volume of projects at a detailed level
Ability to develop a rapport and credibility with key stakeholders
Ability to work effectively across international work streams
Demonstrated organization savvy and self- awareness 
Adaptable and able to work in complex matrix environment
Change agent who can propose, lead, and drive changes

Technical Skills

Advanced excel skills
Must be able to download data and use pivot tables, V-look ups, macros, etc. Demonstrated experience modeling ethical behavior in challenging situations required
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail and strategic thinking
Proven experience working across multiple internal stakeholders
Technology savvy, business orientation, and agile learning abilities required
Capable of working in multiple systems and tools
Solid grasp of evolving Sanofi technology platforms, processes, and controls including SAGA

Education

Bachelor's/master's degree in accounting or finance is required

Preferred

MBA and/or CPA, Pharmaceutical and public accounting experience
Commercial Finance and Gross to Net
TM1 and SAP experience

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Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what's never-been-done-before. You'll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people's lives Let's Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

Controlling Operations, M&S Senior Financial Analyst (Costing)