Turkey Country Controller - Strategic Finance Leader

Bristol Myers Squibb; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Family healthcare

Contributory pension

Hybrid working

Holiday entitlement 26 days

Career development support

On-site parking

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks a Country Controller for Turkey based in Chester, UK, to own the financial performance of a dynamic market. You will partner with regional and local teams to ensure compliant, timely reporting and sound financial decisions.

This role offers an international remit with travel to Turkey, exposure to executive leadership, and a path to shape finance strategy across borders within a global life sciences leader.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in finance, with 5+ years in leadership
• Professional accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/CA/CPA)
• Experience in pharmaceutical or life sciences industry is advantageous
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and regulatory compliance
• Fluency in English; Turkish language skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close across the Turkey market
• Ensure compliance, internal controls, and regulatory interactions
• Drive strategic financial discussions and business partnering
• Represent BMS with regulators and on regional boards
• Coordinate with global finance teams to align local operations with the global finance framework

Skills

Financial leadership

English fluency

Turkish language skills

Strategic thinking

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

CIMA/ACCA/CA/CPA

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Blackline

Workiva

Job description

Bristol Myers Squibb seeks a Country Controller for Turkey based in Chester, UK, to own the financial performance of a dynamic market. You will partner with regional and local teams to ensure compliant, timely reporting and sound financial decisions.

This role offers an international remit with travel to Turkey, exposure to executive leadership, and a path to shape finance strategy across borders within a global life sciences leader.