Middle East Finance Leader & Strategy Partner

Roche; Basel; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Roche is seeking a senior Area Finance Manager for the Middle East to lead the regional finance organization, partner with the Area Head, and drive enterprise-wide financial impact. You will coach affiliates, shape long-term plans, and ensure robust governance while fostering inclusion and agile practices across a complex landscape.

The role requires deep financial acumen, global mindset, and ability to navigate across markets with 20–30% travel.

Qualifications

• Proven Finance Leader with enterprise finance experience.
• MBA or CPA/CIMA preferred.
• Global experience across multiple countries.
• Strong stakeholder influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise Area Head Middle East and shape Pharma International strategy.
• Oversee P&L sustainability and risk management.
• Lead and develop Middle East finance organization.
• Drive agile implementation and digital finance tools.

Skills

Finance leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Global mindset

Communication

Agile / digital mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree (MBA or CPA/CIMA preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Roche is seeking a senior Area Finance Manager for the Middle East to lead the regional finance organization, partner with the Area Head, and drive enterprise-wide financial impact. You will coach affiliates, shape long-term plans, and ensure robust governance while fostering inclusion and agile practices across a complex landscape.

The role requires deep financial acumen, global mindset, and ability to navigate across markets with 20–30% travel.