Senior Finance Analyst - R&D Controlling & BI

Grifols; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension

Private medical insurance

Education allowance

Wellness activities

Career development

Job summary

Grifols is seeking a Scientific Innovation Office Controller to support the Global Innovation & R&D Controlling team. You will assist with control and reporting for the Scientific Innovation Office, ensuring accurate month-end closes and insightful management reporting.

The role requires deep understanding of R&D operations, budget vs. actual analysis, and development of improved project-tracking capabilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience in multinationals.
• Excellent communication across all levels and in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform month end close duties and management reports.
• Understand R&D operations and project status to add value.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Multitasking

Education

BA in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

SAC

Power BI

MS Office

Excel

Job description

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

At Grifols, we believe that diversity adds value to our business, our teams, and our culture. We are committed to equal employment opportunities that foster an inclusive environment.

Position Summary

The Scientific Innovation Office Controller is responsible to assist the Global Innovation & R&D Controlling department for the control & reporting of the Scientific Innovation Office.

What You Will Do

• Perform month end close duties such as journal entries and management reports.
• Deeply understanding of the ongoing R&D operations and the most updated status of all R&D projects, to add the maximum value to the organization.
• Manage actuals versus budget to allow R&D to attain targets.
• Oversee maintenance of R&D tracking systems and work to enhance/develop improved project tracking capabilities
• Develop methodologies and execute processes to create meaningful representations of data for R&D project tracking as required by management.
• Perform the business budget and forecasting process.
• Manage the monthly/year-end closing and financial reporting process, analysis of operating results and budget versus actual reporting, including detailed explanations of variances.
• Provide support for special projects and ad hoc requests.
• Prepare business cases and financial evaluations for current pipeline projects and new business opportunities.
• Assist in maintaining of the cost accounting system, involving master data and project portfolio.

What You’ll Bring

• Self-starter with strong work ethic, common sense, and ability to work effectively with multiple and changing priorities.
• Ability to identify continuous improvement measures.
• Must be proactive, results oriented and have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizations analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally in a matrix structure and influencing stakeholders.
• Requires planning, analytical, communication and management skills, with a demonstrated ability to provide presentation, documentation, and leadership skills within a team-oriented environment
• Ability to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment is essential
• Problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate willingness to adapt and learn new systems & procedures
• Ability to perform financial analysis, pros vs cons, and deliver clear and concise presentations to management
• Ethics – because this position handles various confidential records and sensitive financial statements, it requires a candidate with high moral standards
• SAP
• MS Office
• SAC
• Analysis for Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• AI

Qualifications

• BA in Accounting or Finance
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience, preferably in multinational corporations
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Experience in Pharma

Our Benefits Include

• Highly competitive salary
• Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are 5% employer and 5% employee
• Private Medical Insurance for the employee
• Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
• Succession planning and internal promotions
• Education allowance
• Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events

We understand that self-doubt can hold talented individuals back from applying for opportunities. We encourage everyone who meets the qualifications to apply – we're excited to hear from you

Location:

Grange Castle International Business Park, Grange, Clondalkin, Co. Dublin, D22 K2R3

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