Finance Business Partner Benelux

Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc.; Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen NV is seeking a Finance Business Partner Benelux based in Brussels, responsible for driving financial performance, planning, and reporting across Belgium and the Netherlands. You will partner with the Finance Director and business leaders, delivering insights, forecasts, and annual budgeting for the Rare Disease portfolio.

To succeed, you should have a Master’s in a relevant field and 5–7 years of FP&A or finance partnering experience, with strong Excel skills and TM1 expertise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in FP&A, business controlling, or a similar finance partnering role.
• Proven experience forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close process and financial reporting within the planning system (TM1).
• Own key performance indicators, including demand, market share, inventory movements, and profitability.
• Coordinate forecasting and annual budget cycles for the Benelux organization.
• Own topline financial modelling and revenue forecasting for the Rare Disease portfolio.
• Drive process improvements and ensure compliance with reporting standards.

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

IBM Planning Analytics (TM1)

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Title: Finance Business Partner Benelux

Company: Ipsen NV

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company's success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram .

Job Description:

About the Role

As Finance Business Partner Benelux, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, planning, and decision-making across Belgium and the Netherlands. Acting as a trusted partner to the Finance Director and business leaders, you will provide insightful analysis, ensure financial accuracy, and support strategic planning through forecasting, budgeting, and performance management.

You will take ownership of the monthly close process, financial reporting, and OPEX management while delivering actionable insights on business performance. You will also coordinate forecasting and budget cycles, lead financial planning activities for the Rare Disease portfolio, and drive continuous improvement across financial processes throughout the Benelux region.

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine strong analytical capabilities with business partnering, influencing key decisions and contributing directly to the organization's success.

This role is to be based in Brussels

Key Responsibilities

Financial Performance & Reporting

Lead the monthly closing process within the financial planning system (TM1).

Own and report key business performance indicators, including Demand Sales, Market Share, inventory movements, and profitability metrics.

Analyze actual results and identify key drivers behind variances versus forecast, budget, and prior year performance.

Deliver meaningful financial insights and recommendations to support business decision-making.

Forecasting & Budgeting

Coordinate and manage forecasting and annual budget cycles across the Benelux organization.

Establish clear timelines, monitor deliverables, and ensure high-quality financial submissions from all stakeholders.

Own topline financial modelling and revenue forecasting for the Rare Disease portfolio.

Support long-range planning and scenario analysis to enable informed business decisions.

OPEX Management

Take full ownership of operating expense planning, reporting, and forecasting across Benelux.

Partner with budget holders to understand spending trends, risks, and opportunities.

Track full-year expense projections and provide regular updates on expected year-end performance.

Manage SG&A reporting requirements and ensure alignment with group reporting standards.

Business Partnering & Stakeholder Management

Serve as a trusted financial partner to commercial, medical, and functional teams.

Translate financial data into clear business insights and recommendations.

Act as the primary contact for administrative financial matters, including healthcare provider discount management and related financial processes.

Support the Finance Director and FP&A Manager in preparing presentations for business reviews, forecasts, and budget discussions.

Process Improvement

Continuously identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls, and reporting quality.

Drive harmonization and standardization of finance processes across Belgium and the Netherlands.

Contribute to efficiency initiatives that enhance financial visibility and decision-making.

Compliance & Controls

Support quarterly Travel & Expense compliance reviews.

Ensure the highest standards of financial accuracy, integrity, and data quality across all reporting activities.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• 5-7 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Business Controlling, Commercial Finance, or a similar finance partnering role.
• Proven experience managing forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting processes.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders in a fast-paced business environment.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling and data analysis.
• Strong experience with IBM Planning Analytics (TM1) or comparable enterprise planning tools.
• Excellent analyt