Job Purpose Execute a high performance Finance Business Partnering and add value to the business in the region and for the supported CEE countries Assure compliance and legal financial requirements in local Finance areas Duties and Responsibilities Finance Business Partnering (60%) Support and challenge key stakeholders of the country organizations (SK, CZ, PL, RO, Balkans) to achieve the financial objectives Influence decision making processes within the local management teams to create added value Support and influence the strategic planning processes Challenge the value and cost drivers to influence growth, efficiency and profitability Understand the demands of the key stakeholders and deliver optimal service based on a strong understanding of the different business models Monitor financial performance Contribute to reach budget targets in sales and EBIT margin Develop business cases in close cooperation with the Commercial area, support with the right tools and follow-up on the cases Personnel costs controlling Monitor Supply Integrity for relevant countries Project work Management Reporting, Planning and Analysis (30%) Drive and steer Budget Planning and Forecasting processes Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Reporting including analysis and comments Proactive ad-hoc analysis Ensure control of local and individual department budgets Ensure appropriate reporting to regional and headquarter functions Local finance activities and other tasks (10%) Assure compliance in cooperation with the Accounting Manager CEE, the European Accounting Center and Global Finance Departments (Annual report, audit, tax, transfer pricing, legal, code of conduct, special local needs) Assure year-end closing in IFRS and local GAAP Support in analysing and optimizing the business processes of the affiliate Qualifications Education (certificates, courses): Master level/university degree in Finance or Business Administration Experience: At least 5 years in Finance with 2 years as Finance Business Partner/ Business Controller Job experience in an international setting, ideally in pharmaceutical industry Skills and competences: Experience and skills to work and interact in an international setting Self-contained and goal oriented work style and high willingness to perform Very good communication and presentation skills High customer orientation Proactive and driving mindset Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Very effective organizational skills Excellent English skills written and spoken Flexible and well organized with ability to work with strong focus Knowledge/experience in Planning and Reporting tools and in SAP (or similar ERP system) Willingness for regular travel activities