Senior Controller Finance R&D

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Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience with global hubs in the U.S. France and the U.K we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

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Position Summary:
The Senior Controller of R&D Finance is responsible for leading and managing the CSO Consolidation and financial
operations of the Research and Development department. This includes budgeting forecasting financial analysis
and strategic financial planning to support the organizations R&D objectives. The role involves collaborating with
cross-functional teams internal cost controllers asset/project controllers senior leadership and R&D teams to
ensure effective financial management and decision-making. Ensure that the finances are controlled within the
framework of the IPSEN Company Group accounting and global R&D policies procedures and internal controls.
Ensure that appropriate accurate and timely financial/Management accounts and reports are prepared for R&D
and the global understanding and control of the projects/activities they support

Working closely with the Vice President Finance for R&D and Medical and other Global R&D Controlling
team members provide Global R&D Finance Support and project controlling support for Neuroscience
assets and ensure that the controlling of the finances is within the framework of the Company Group
accounting and global R&D policies procedures and internal controls.
Activities also include ensuring accurate and timely financial reports are prepared for R&D and the global
understanding and control of the projects/activities they support.
As the primary interface for Neuroscience assets ensure effective communication on global functional and
projects and local site requirements constraints and deviations.
Conduct financial analyses and assessments to evaluate the financial performance risks and opportunities
of potential mergers licensing and external collaborations acquisitions or other financial transactions. The
role requires a deep understanding of financial statements accounting principles and business operations.
Liaise closely with Corp FP&A teams and collaborate with upper management to align R&D Finance goals
with overall company objectives.
Work closely with R&D leadership to align financial strategies with overall business objectives. Manage
long-term financial planning processes like 5YP and LRP to support R&D initiatives and growth objectives.
He/She is also leading the support of financial processes (in coordination with shared services) and new global
R&D processes/optimizations including clinical trial accounting and supporting portfolio and program valuations
with the rest of the R&D Finance team.
Global R&D Finance Consolidation
Develop and oversee the R&D budgeting and forecasting processes. Conduct financial analysis to support
decision-making on R&D projects and initiatives. Provide financial insights trends and recommendations on resource allocation and cost optimization.

Responsible for reconciling R&D Financials within various finance data sets (Fin PL BAS SAP PL RND
Nature RND Allocation) managing the reporting hierarchy and overseeing the management of R&D
Rolling Forecast Model
Play a central role in building monthly business review decks forecasting and budget review decks and
managing the dashboard submission for R&D assets.
Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports for management and stakeholders. Create detailed
financial models to support short-term and long-term strategic planning.
Provide variance analysis and regularly update forecasts based on actual performance. Conduct a thorough
financial performance analysis identifying key trends opportunities and risks.
Ensure time deliverables to Corp FP&A other financial functions and Corporate Strategy Teams and
ensure R&D Finance follows financial regulations company policies and industry standards.
Foster effective communication and collaboration between R&D finance teams and with R&D functional
teams.
Lead and develop a high-performing R&D finance team. Provide guidance and mentorship to team
members fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Other R&D project activities role
Support long-term financial planning process of assigned projects by:
o Partnering with local functions Project Leaders and key project stakeholders to consolidate and
provide visibility to R&D Finance with management on entire structure costs/investments across
R&D Assets by indication by phase and over the years.
o Understand the status and risks of all project activities and quantify investments until the next
decision-making step.
o Challenge and provide realistic estimates ensure no contingency planning.

Core Competencies / Knowledge & Skill Requirements
Strong analytical skills
Excellent verbal written and communication skills to effectively present information to various levels of an
organization.
Ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively to influence decision-making.
Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint) TM1 & SAP user capabilities a plus
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while adhering to specific deadlines.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Education Experience & Training Required
Experience and Education (minimums)
Bachelors Degree in a financial-related field; Masters degree a plus.
5 years of Financial Analysis / Planning experience in a long-term project environment
Experience managing and controlling more extensive clinical portfolios.
Therapeutic drug valuations
Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Industry is highly preferred.
International exposure
Must be able to work self-initiated and in a team environment and be willing to work extended hours and
travel as required.