Controller

The Position

Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Controller for SAGEA (Saudi Arabia, Gulf, East Africa) region. As the Controller based in Riyadh, you will report to the SAGEA Head of F&A.

Tasks & responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide effective and efficient support in various areas including Planning, Reporting, Business Partnering, and Controlling.

Planning cycle/budget process:

oCommunicate planning, guidelines, timelines, targets, and relevant data to stakeholders.

oProvide financial impact and analysis of assumption set to the business.

oSupport review meetings by generating overviews, analysis, and business support.

oEnsure timely submission of data in appropriate systems.

Business Partnering:

oImplement, align, and execute guidance provided by the regional controlling team.

oProvide operational business support with pricing, discount, and profitability analysis.

oMake recommendations for cost optimization and partnerships.

oCollect, interpret, and provide data for decision-making processes.

oConnect relevant functions in OPU and ROPU for better communication and process efficiency.

Monthly closing/supplementary reporting:

oProcess accurate and relevant accruals and provisions in financial ledgers.

oCoordinate data collection from relevant resources.

oPrepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with corporate policies and guidelines.

oPerform month-end routines, checks, reconciliations, and analysis.

oProvide periodical financial information and comments for OPU management.

Projects and continuous improvement:

oWork on continuous improvement topics to ensure compliance and adherence to financial regulations.

oSupport ROPU controlling team on an ad hoc basis.

Network and personal development:

oBuild and maintain external and internal network connections.

oAcquire and maintain relevant know-how and technical expertise.

Compliance Responsibility:

oOversee compliance and adherence to corporate SOPs, local regulations, and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree (e.g. MBA, MSc) in Business Administration / Economics and/or Diploma degree


• 5 - 6 Years of Finance and Business Controlling experience, preferably in a multi-national Pharmaceutical organization and/or Big Four Accounting Firms.


• Experience using SAP, Tableau, Power BI, Reporting tools.


• Project management experience is a must.


• Knowledge of IFRS, CPA/SOCPA is preferred.


• Language requirements: English is a must; Arabic is preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong business acumen.


• Comprehensive understanding of finance.


• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.


• Strong communication and presentation skills.

What's Next

We are looking forward to receiving your application! We will then have a look at your profile. If we see a match, we will invite you for a screening interview.

Screening:

To comply with applicable export control laws, Boehringer Ingelheim periodically screens business relations (including job applicants) against sanctioned party lists (SPL). These checks may be performed by Boehringer Ingelheim or by any of its Affiliates. You acknowledge that Boehringer Ingelheim and/or its Affiliates will screen you against SPL and that for this purpose your personal data may be processed in relevant databases, including databases of third-party vendors that perform SPL screening for or on behalf of Boehringer Ingelheim or its affiliates which may be located or accessible outside the EU. Boehringer Ingelheim is committed to ensuring an adequate level of protection of your personal data.

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

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