Sr. Finance Director

UCB S.A.; Oakville; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Finance Director to lead financial strategies and drive operational excellence. This pivotal role involves strategic decision-making and collaboration with various teams to ensure the successful implementation of global finance processes. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of executive leadership experience in finance, preferably within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and innovation, and make a significant impact in enhancing patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of executive leadership experience in finance.
• Proven track record in financial planning and achieving objectives.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive resource allocation and value creation discussions.
• Lead finance strategy and represent Finance at the affiliate Leadership Team.
• Coordinate and lead annual budgeting and planning.

Skills

Executive Leadership

Financial Planning

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related field

MBA or equivalent preferred

Tools

CLRM tools

Job description

Make your mark for patients

We are looking for a Sr. Finance Director to join us in our Canada Insights to Impact (I2I) team, comprised of Operational Excellence, Finance & Procurement, based out of our office in Oakville, Ontario, CA.

About the role

The Finance Director acts as an independent member of the local leadership team, playing a critical role in strategic decision-making and ensuring the implementation of global processes and policies in Finance, Operational Excellence, and Procurement. He/she drives the finance strategy of the Canadian affiliate.

Who you’ll work with

This individual will be the central point of contact at the Canadian affiliate level and the local representative interacting with Global for Finance, Operational Excellence, and Procurement.

What you’ll do

• Drive resource allocation and value creation discussions within Patient Impact.
• Facilitate a performance management culture and act as a trusted partner to the GM and Canadian Leadership Team.
• Ensure quality input in processes like strategic planning and budgeting. Drive forecasting consistency and validate asset assumptions at the Intercontinental East level.
• Collaborate with all I2I teams, GBS, consolidation, strategy, portfolio, Talent, Procurement, Supply Chain, Global Treasury, and Tax.
• Lead finance strategy and represent Finance at the affiliate Leadership Team.
• Act as a finance business partner for the GM and direct reports, guiding achievement of financial objectives.
• Maintain data quality, analyze and present financials accurately and timely, oversee financials and business cases, including pricing, and facilitate resource reallocation.
• Coordinate and lead annual budgeting and planning, monitor progress, and keep leadership informed.
• Update and implement business policies.
• Review and approve contracts to ensure compliance.
• Provide a holistic view of performance by integrating FP&A and OE activities.
• Deliver insights to maximize asset performance.
• Support business reviews with ad hoc reporting and analysis.
• Manage CLRM tools, including maintenance, data privacy, updates, training, and reporting.
• Ensure sales force effectiveness strategies and processes are in place.

Qualifications and experience

• 10+ years of executive leadership experience.
• 10+ years in finance, with a proven track record in financial planning and achieving objectives.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry preferred.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; effective team player capable of building credibility and confidence.
• Proven team management skills and ability to influence through expertise and active listening.

UCB Canada encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

Are you ready to ‘go beyond’ to create value and make your mark for patients? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

About us

UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company focusing on neurology and immunology, with approximately 8,500 employees worldwide, inspired by patients and driven by science.

Why work with us?

At UCB, we create value through collaboration and innovation, fostering a caring, inclusive culture where everyone can grow and reach their potential. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For accommodations during the process, contact [e-mail].