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To support the Site Finance Head in analyzing the site Finance KPI’s by the development of robust financial planning & detailed tracking processes, driving day-to-day process improvement by ensuring strict compliance with NAM/TechOps Accounting Manual in close collaboration with Finance teams in the Operations Centers and Financial Service Centers with providing insightful and valuable analysis and decision support to the management team.
Major Accountabilities
• Provide management with accurate, relevant business analysis to support monthly operational reviews and ad-hoc requests.
• Provide input for special projects and initiatives for the site
• Performs analysis to evaluate business risks or opportunities; makes recommendations on how to mitigate risks and seize opportunities. Ensures ongoing business performance is monitored and measured and drives early warning for re-direction of resources if necessary
• Ensures integrity of data provided by manufacturing teams and provides valuable analysis; provide recommendations of improving forecast accuracy.
• Provides well-managed and quality financial analysis to improve business case proposals and profitability tracking
• Supports the product costing process and explains changes vs previous standards
• Provide accurate operational information and advice to support the annual budgeting, rolling forecast and Strategic Planning processes. Continually improve and streamline existing management reporting processes and support the definition and implementation of lean processes to meet the changing demands of the business.
• Ensures NAM, TechOps accounting manual, FICO, SOX controls and the different SOPs are respected and applied where necessary.
• Supports the FSC on any regulatory requirements
• Supports RLT Hub and LDC Implementation
• Support Site Finance Head, SLT and contributes to improved financial performance of the manufacturing site
Ideal Background
Education & Qualification
University Degree in Business Administration (Accountancy preferred)
Language
English
Experiences
1-2+ years of experience in a GMP Biopharmaceutical environment
2-6+ years of experience in a Financial Management Role
Competencies
Excellent communication skills across various levels of the organization
Familiarity with financial reporting systems
Analytical thinking
Process improvement oriented
Technical / Function Skills & Knowledge
MS Office Software skills (Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint)
Familiarity with financial reporting systems (SAP, D365)
Excellent understanding of Compliance and Business Ethics
Ensures full financial compliance with NFCM process.
Drives compliance with NAM and Novartis Products Costing Manual and other applicable guidelines
Experience coordinating cross-functional projects.
Strong planning and time management skills.
Continuous improvement mindset.
High level of integrity, ownership, and commitment to confidentiality
Location: Indianapolis, IN (Hybrid)
Pay Rate: $40 - $50/hour based on experience and qualifications (W2 Only)
Contract: 12-month
Health, dental, vision, 401k
Why Novartis:
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together?
EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Accommodation:
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Magnit at [email protected].
