Head of Arcera GenMed Financial Planning and Analysis 100% (f/m/d)

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Head of Arcera GenMed Financial Planning and Analysis 100% (f/m/d)

Zurich, Switzerland

Head of Arcera GenMed Financial Planning and Analysis 100% (f/m/d)

We are seeking a highly qualified Senior FP&A Manager with proven experience in the pharmaceutical/life sciences industry, to lead financial planning and business partnering across multiple global regions.

The Head of Arcera GenMed FP&A plays a key role in shaping the financial strategy for the Division and ensuring the organization’s financial health by providing critical insights and leadership in financial planning and analysis. This position has a major impact on financial performance by business partnering, steering and optimizing essential financial processes—including budgeting, forecasting, monthly business reviews, and management reporting—while supporting strategic decision-making and driving operational efficiency. This role leads the FP&A team and partners with regions including Latam, UBA, META, and Africa to support financial strategy, performance, and resource allocation.

Your opportunity:

• Lead and manage the FP&A team, ensuring high performance and professional development.
• Act as a financial business partner to stakeholders in Latin America, UBA, META, and Africa to provide financial guidance and generate business insights to support fact based decision making on resource allocation and maximizing shareholder value.
• Develop and execute financial strategies, projects, budgets, and forecasts to align with business objectives and drive profitability improvement.
• Oversee key financial processes, including budgeting, forecasting, monthly business reviews, and management reporting, ensuring alignment with stakeholders.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of divisional controlling processes and systems in alignment with key stakeholders and group processes.
• Monitor financial KPIs, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions to enhance profitability and cost control.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and best practices.
• Support mergers and acquisitions activities, including financial due diligence and integration planning.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership, delivering clear and data-driven financial recommendations.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in financial management, commercial controlling, and strategic financial planning
• At least 5+ years of leadership experience, including managing FP&A teams
• Proven and mandatory experience in the pharmaceutical field
• Strong background in FP&A, strategic planning, and financial ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, FP&A tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide teams and influence senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with a high degree of adaptability, resilience, and problem-solving skills. Positive attitude towards change and uncertainty
• Demonstrated ability to work in international finance environments across multiple business units and regions

Ability to operate independently, setting own agenda based on broader goals and objectives

• Understanding of industry trends and market dynamic
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate financial data into business strategies that drive growth and efficiency
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communicator who can present financial insights clearly to senior stakeholders
• Experience managing financial projects, including M&A, process improvements, and system implementations
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken