JOB DESCRIPTION:

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Division Finance Controller will support the financial operations of the business unit, ensuring accurate financial reporting, analysis, and strategic planning.
Partnership with commercial team to support strategy implementation, business growth and profitability ensuring sustainability of financial processes, policies, and procedures comply with company's regulations and practices.
Provide analytical support in ad-hoc business acceleration projects.
This role is crucial for developing brand profitability and territory profitability analysis, contributing to the overall financial health and growth of the cluster.
Provide financial leadership to the organization & foster effective collaboration with internal functional stakeholders towards achieving annual financial KPIs - Sales, Division Margin & Cash Conversion Cycle (CCC).

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Prepare & submit annual Budgetary Plan & Quarterly Updates / LBE's in accordance with EPD Division requirements on a timely basis. Deviations (+/-), if any, must be supported by defensible justifications.
Ensure timely and accurately submission of monthly Divisional / Area financial reporting requirements as per stipulated datelines.
Supervise local operations performance via routine reviews & analysis of financial results (including sales performance) against financial Plans/Updates/LBE's and advise management on exposure issues on a timely basis & thereafter to work with Commercial team in devising appropriate market strategy(s) and/or recovery plan(s) to ensure delivery of financial commitments.
Supervise/review affiliate all activity payout, to support affiliate SG&A management and advise.
Respond to organization request to ensure compliance to internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Working and supporting CFS in updating policy & guideline to Business
To be involved close co-ordination with relevant internal stakeholders for the monthly ADS process. To engage the team in robust discussions on the assumptions (volume, ADS, channel mix) taken.
Overall financial custodianship of acquired branded generic business and steer organization towards delivering key financials as committed per signed Deal Model.
Instil mindset & discipline within organization towards a more efficient use of operating capital - i.e., inventory (DOH), collections (DSO) & payables (DPO). Aim to bring about year on year improvement in CCC.
To display higher level of internal stakeholder management through improved co-ordination /facilitation of effective cross functional collaboration in tackling ad-hoc / non-routine business / operational challenges.
To prepare monthly analysis/update on Sales Standard Margin, SG&A expenses and perform gap analysis & formulate remedial plans together with the team.
To review & manage EPD capital spending, Pricing Profile & Payment request process.
Develop strategies for improving operation efficiencies while oversight service level and optimizing inventory levels as well as operation cost.
Perform any other assignments as determined by Commercial and/or Finance management
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies. Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard assets. Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure financial integrity.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA preferred.
Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, and strategic planning.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency in financial modelling and forecasting tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

EXPERIENCE /QUALIFICATION

In-depth knowledge and/or experiences in all activities of accounting and financial planning.
Able to interact & communicate effectively with individuals & groups across all levels of the organization. Ability to engage stakeholders (internal & external) in effective negotiations will be a plus.
Meticulous & possess strong business acumen
Strong problem solving & analytical skills and have can-do attitude.
Ability to multi-task under minimal supervision & ensuring deliverables are met in a fast-paced & deadline-oriented environment.
Positive attitude & strong team focus.
Good Leadership skills and sound business judgement.
Capable to speak, read and write English.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

Financial Planning and Analysis

DIVISION:

EPD Established Pharma

LOCATION:

India Mumbai : BKC Building

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Assistant Division Finance Controller