Head of Finance ANZ

The head of ANZ Finance will be the finance business partner of the ANZ MD and a vital member of the ANZ management team.

You will report to the APAC Head of Finance and oversee all accounting activities in collaboration with Biogens APAC GBS team and will be responsible for all planning activities in the affiliate.

You will also be responsible for facilities management including but not limited to Work Health and Safety Business Continuity Planning and Security as well as procurement and supervises the Procurement & Contracts Coordinator ensuring the ANZ affiliate fulfils value for money sourcing and adherence to Biogen procurement guidelines and processes.

• Overall Management:
  • Ownership of affiliate P&L; partner with MD and affiliate function heads to deliver financial targets compliantly
  • Drive OPEX discipline within the affiliate and achieve leveraged P&L YoY
  • Strong finance stewardship over business deals; W/S negotiations; vendor management
  • Collaboration with local businesses to develop and execute operation plans with business partner
  • Represents local affiliate dealing with banks tax authorities and various financial institutions
  • Support effective business planning processes by designing analytics for thought leadership and decisionmaking.
• Financial Planning and analysis:
  • Advise on affiliate business and performance and contribute to identifying organizational opportunities and effectively addressing risks.
  • Oversee all aspects of local financial administrative and operational activities and procedures to optimize and protect the affiliates profits.
  • Provide financial updates for the business function and communicate financial guidance for forecasts annual budget planning etc.
  • Responsible for a monthend closing call with the International Controller and address any accounting/planning issues within the affiliate business (i.e. audits actual results weighin/approve pricing negotiations with Partners etc.)
  • Develop and own the financial analysis on all new deals with partners and represent Finance in all new negotiations
• Statutory reporting and tax:
  • Responsible for tax and statuary filings as well as compliance with the companys Internal Controls and SOX requirements
  • Ensure statutory audit requirements are completed per the client assistance schedule
  • Collaborate with auditors company secretary and company directors for all statutory audit matters
  • Ensure all statutory and fiscal requirements deliverables and timelines are adhered to.
• Financial controls:
  • Be the local advocate for the development and implementation of new policies and procedures in accordance with the overall Corporate Policies and Procedures
  • Partner with APAC GBS International and Corporate Finance to ensure key metrics processes and best practices are consistently implemented
  • Lead the affiliate through related internal and external audits in collaboration with the APAC GBS team
  • Partner with L&C; S&G and GBS teams to ensure a sound internal control environment
• Organizational leadership:
  • Provides and demonstrates leadership in accordance with the Affiliate / Biogen culture
  • Participates on the Affiliate Leadership Team and in overall management of the Affiliate
  • Drive a culture of transparency and accountability in the creation and adherence to policies and SOPs
  • Work collaboratively and crossfunctionally across the affiliate and global teams
  • Demonstrate inspiring leadership and develop future Finance leaders
  • Manage and coach direct reports for Finance and ensure proper delegation of projects and execution
  • Ensure appropriate resourcing and allocation of workload within the Finance team ensuring growth of individuals and the team
  • Ensures compliance with Biogen regulations and local laws
  • Ensure compliance with Biogens code of business conduct

Qualifications :

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance or Economics required;  MBA preferred;
• CPA or CA qualified professionals
• 1015 years of professional experience in Finance/Accounting area
• Strong Team management experience with subordinates in a medium size organization
• Biotech/pharma experience is a plus but not required.

Additional Information :

Why Biogen

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence and a pioneering spirit. As a midsized biotechnology company we provide the stability and resources of a wellestablished business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning growth and expanding their skills. Above all we work together to deliver lifechanging medicines with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

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