Associate Director Business Process, Tax

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 171,200 - 235,400; Full time

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Job summary

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. seeks an experienced SAP Business Process Manager to support the Record to Report workstream, focusing on Product Costing, FICO, PaPM and SAC.

You will design, implement and optimize SAP solutions for end-to-end financial processes, ensuring regulatory alignment. You will lead cross-functional teams, refine requirements, and deliver robust FP&A capabilities, including budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting, while maintaining data integrity and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, IT or related field; MBA or certifications are a plus.
• 10+ years of experience with at least 5 years in lead roles focused on R2R.
• Strong expertise in SAP FICO, FP&A, SAP S/4HANA, and data integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, configuration and deployment of SAP R2R modules across Product Costing, FICO, PaPM and SAC.
• Drive FP&A enhancements, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.
• Manage cross-functional teams and workshops to ensure alignment and adoption.
• Oversee data migration, master data and reporting across SAP and non-SAP systems.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and SOX within SAP configurations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/IT

MBA or related certifications (e.g., SAP, CPA, CMA)

Tools

SAP FICO

FP&A

S/4HANA

Fiori

SAP Analytics Cloud

Job description

About Technical Operations

BioMarin's Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin's cutting‑edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP Business Process Manager to support the Record to Report (R2R) workstream, with a focus on Product Costing, Finance & Controlling (FICO), Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM) and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC). The role involves designing, implementing, and optimizing SAP solutions to support end‑to‑end financial processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Solution Design and Implementation
  • Lead the design, configuration, and deployment of SAP modules and functionalities within the R2R workstream, including Product Costing, Finance & Controlling (FICO), Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM) and SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).
  • Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather and analyze requirements for financial processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
  • Develop and maintain functional specifications, process flows, and system configurations to support R2R processes.
• Process Optimization
  • Drive process improvements in cost accounting and profitability analysis.
  • Enhance FP&A capabilities through SAP SAC solutions, enabling robust budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting.
  • Leverage SAP PaPM to support Transfer Pricing, profitability analysis, cost allocation, and performance management initiatives.
• Leadership and Collaboration
  • Lead cross‑functional teams (e.g., SAP technical consultants, integration specialists, and business users) to deliver R2R solutions.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for R2R‑related inquiries, providing guidance to stakeholders and resolving complex issues.
  • Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and change management activities to ensure user adoption and process alignment.
• System Integration and Data Management
  • Ensure seamless integration of SAP R2R modules with other SAP and non‑SAP systems (e.g., SAP S/4HANA, or third‑party banking platforms).
  • Oversee data migration, master data management, and data quality initiatives for financial processes.
• Compliance and Reporting
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) and internal controls (e.g., SOX) within SAP configurations.
• Project Management
  • Manage R2R workstream deliverables, timelines, and budgets within enhancement projects.
  • Collaborate with project managers to align R2R activities with overall ERP COE objectives.

Qualifications

• Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Information Technology, or a related field. MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Application Associate, CPA, CMA) are a plus.
• Experience
  • 10+ years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a lead or senior role focused on R2R processes.
  • Proven expertise in SAP FICO and FP&A modules, preferably within SAP S/4HANA environments.
  • Strong knowledge of financial close, general ledger, cost accounting, and profitability analysis.
• Technical Skills
  • In‑depth understanding of SAP financial modules and their integration with other SAP components.
  • Familiarity with SAP configuration, master data setup, and reporting tools (e.g., SAP Fiori, SAP Analytics Cloud).
  • Knowledge of financial regulatory requirements and compliance standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP, SOX).
• Soft Skills
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a focus on process optimization.
  • Ability to work in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment and manage multiple priorities.
  • Exemplifies professionalism and emotional intelligence, ensuring effective collaboration, clear communication and the ability to navigate complex situations with tact and maturity.
• Preferred
  • Experience with SAP S/4HANA implementations or upgrades is a must.
  • Familiarity with Agile or hybrid project methodologies.
  • Knowledge of advanced analytics or AI‑driven financial tools is a plus.

Note: This description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

The salary range for this position is: $171,200 to $235,400. BioMarin considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock‑based long‑term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company‑sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

For additional benefits information, visit: https://careers.biomarin.com/benefits.

• Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.