Do you have expertise in, and passion for, driving and steering Finance strategy and being a trusted partner to key business functions? If so, AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development.

ABOUT OUR FINANCE TEAM

We’re a high performing and dynamic Finance team with even higher expectations. Set up to adapt quickly to constant change – whether it’s new data or changes in the external marketplace – there are always new projects to take on. We’re flexible, building as we go, thinking and doing differently.

We empower the business to perform at its peak and lead a new way of working. We support the business in best way of utilizing financial and reporting systems, develop and maintain innovative solutions to business and financial requirements.

Given the space and support to prove ourselves, we speak up, embrace learning, seize opportunities and make them happen in our own way. Even as Finance team we understand how the science impacts patients. It keeps us focused on the path of biggest impact, never distracted by commercial success alone.

What you’ll do?

Here you will be part of a team of enterprising leaders, our role is to connect and advise: aligning commercial and scientific goals and spotting opportunities to shape what’s next for AstraZeneca.

You will work closely with business to provide planning and analytical support as well as financial advisory for decision making. You will be responsible for running key budgeting and forecasting cycles and lead preparation of management reporting and will be exposed to broad network of internal and external stakeholders

Some areas of focus for this role will include:

• Support business decisions and decision-makers with sound analysis, insight and judgement that leads to value creation and competitive advantage
• Add value by ensuring that chosen business options deliver the highest financial value at an acceptable level of risk ensuring accurate and timeous provision of financial information to various internal and external stakeholders for decision-making and reporting purposes
• In close collaboration with GFS FP&A team provide financial support for main planning and budgeting cycles (Phased Budget, RBU, MTP) engaging key stakeholders for cross-functional collaboration and contribution to the process, preparation of respective reports and presentations, timely submissions.
• Lead monthly closing process from embedded finance team side and ensures effective collaboration with middle and back office
• Drive support for ongoing improvements in finance performance metrics: identify opportunities, challenge existing approaches and develop defensible alternatives where appropriate
• Proactively identify issues and ensure good risk assessment for all finance key deliverables: business cases, P&L budgetary control, pricing, market access, business plans,
• Support the business in best way of utilizing financial and reporting systems, develops and maintain solutions to business and financial requirements
• Timeously review and analyze accounting records/systems, financial statements and other financial reports to assess accuracy, completeness and conformance to reporting and procedural standards to ensure preparation for sign off and reporting by senior management
• In collaboration with MO and BO ensure monthly preparation of financial analysis and month-end reporting and commentary is available for senior management
• Hold responsibility for complete FP&A set within defined time-lines: organizes and co-ordinates data collection, processing into meaningful information, analysis & forecast to support decision making process.  

If this sounds appealing, please read on to understand the experience and skills we’re looking for…

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED?

• Finance qualification (ACCA, CFA, CMA, etc.)
• Business qualification is a plus
• Extensive work experience in Finance Function
• Proven financial business partnering experience
• Experience of working across a global organization
• In-depth understanding of international finance standards and principles
• Experience of working with senior Management
• Varied range of experiences in specialist Finance with specific expertise in related specialist area
• Project Management

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Join the fastest growing pharmaceutical in our markets, set up to fuel further growth. Be part of our shared ambition and pride: our strong heritage, our turnaround story, and early investment and commitment in International markets. There’s no better place to feel inspired and energized.

SO, WHAT’S NEXT?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

Click the link to apply no later than 15 July 2021 and we’ll be in touch as soon as we can.

WHERE CAN I FIND OUT MORE?

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Close Date: 15/07/2021

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.