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Financial Controls Manager - GCC & Pakistan

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious diseases. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading pharmaceutical companies.

ROLE SUMMARY

The purpose of this role in the organization is to ensure that the company operates within a robust accounting and internal controls environment thereby safeguarding the company\xe2\x80\x99s assets (tangible/intangible/financial) and protecting the license to operate. The role is also required to drive the strategies for achieving the Group\xe2\x80\x99s cash metrics.

The role holder will provide a high-level review of key controls and material transactions across the Marketing Company. The incumbent will ensure continuous process improvement from an operational standpoint. Success will depend on effective liaison with functional and business colleagues across AZ to ensure clarity and drive improvements.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

Financial Controlling (Strategy and Operational)

Supervise & support the completeness of Month End Close activities in a timely manner and ensure the integrity of the reported numbers.

Oversee the financial accounting and liaise with local accountants, GFS Middle Office and GFS Back Office for accurate and timely completion of financial accounting activities within the Group accounting and reporting deadlines.

Assume overall responsibility for cross-team delivery within each finance tower (Record-to-Report, Procure-to-Pay, Order-to-Cash, Cash-and-Banking and Travel-and-Expenses).

Main point of Contact with GFS Back Office to drive relationship for transactional services based in India (P2P, SOTC, R2R, Master Data) providing approvals/escalation point.

Review and approve the Journal Vouchers prepared by Middle Office or Back Office teams, provide support documentation, guidance on chart of accounts and additional posting Keys, performing Balance Sheet reconciliation on these GLs owned by the market and perform random reviews on trial balance.

Liaise with Group Finance teams (GFR, GFS, etc.) to remain up-to-date with latest accounting and technical pronouncement, and ensure that any such new requirements are implemented within the relevant timelines.

Risk / Controls / Governance

Led execution of internal / external financial audits, manage the request of information ensuring timely compliance with requirements, working closely with the cross-functional teams.

Lead implementation of Financial Controls Framework (FCF) for Embedded Finance and ensure timely monitoring and reporting of these controls and support the standardization of controls/policies/governance by Middle Office.

Lead improvements in controls and efficiency are continually being sought through Process or System enhancements.

Provide recommendation / inputs / reviews for process simplification, including support for developing policy statements and standard operating procedures for finance related activities.

Cash Conversion Cycle / Customer and Vendors Management

Work closely with the Collections and Procurement teams to ensure that DSO and DPO targets are achieved.

Assist the Financial Controller in timely collections accounts receivables, and in resolution of any disputes with the customers.

Perform due diligence reviews and financial assessments for customers and vendors.

Review and validate customer claims for accuracy of financial data and related computations.

Support FC in DSO planning & ensure timely submission of DSO forecast for all planning cycles.

Other

Manage the taxes calendar with different external parties and Group/Middle Office taxes team, properly review tax calculations prepared by 3rd party including but not limited to VAT, Provisional Taxes.

Act as / manage key point of contact/system admin with Bankers, ensuring mandates are up to date, banking approvals and different authorizations.

Perform checks on POs created by different functions and ownership of the governance process/Interacting with P2P, PO creators, Procurement Manager.

Adhere to correct accounting treatment related to post deal management on agreements.

Essential for the role

Degree in Finance / Accounting

7 -12 years of Financial Accounting and Controlling experience

Working knowledge of IFRS / Local GAAPs

Advance Level MS Excel user

Strong communication and presentation skills

Experience working in a global pharmaceutical organization/understanding of the drug development life cycle and/or commercial aspects

Hands-on experience in managing a busy process team delivering to strict deadlines

Excellent leadership skills particularly around people development and customer-centricity.

Experience working in/with a Shared Service Centre

Fluent in English / Arabic nice to have

CFA / CPA Holder is preferred

Big 4 accounting firm background is preferable

Work experience within a multinational \xe2\x80\x93 FMCG or Pharmaceutical/matrix organization

Good working knowledge of SAP

Experience working with outsourced providers

Project management skills

Only Candidates who are based in the United Arab Emirates will be considered.

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca, we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development. We\xe2\x80\x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what\xe2\x80\x99s next?

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can\xe2\x80\x99t wait to hear from you.

Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available, and we hope it\xe2\x80\x99s yours.

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Date Posted 10-Jul-2023

Closing Date 17-Jul-2023

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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