Senior Business Controller (mwd)

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

JOB SUMMARY

As an integral member of our finance team the Senior Business Controler will be responsible for financial planning and analysis (FP&A) driving strategic decision-making across the organization. The role involves leading budgeting and forecasting processes developing complex financial models conducting variance analysis and providing insights to foster business growth. This position requires strong analytical skills a deep understanding of financial modeling and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to achieve financial objectives.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the annual budgeting process as well as quarterly and monthly forecast updates in collaboration with department heads
• Develop maintain and enhance financial models to support forecasting strategic planning and ad-hoc analysis
• Analyze monthly quarterly and annual financial results against budget forecast and prior year; prepare variance analyses and commentary for management
• Prepare management reports and presentations for senior leadership including key performance indicators (KPIs) financial results and business trends
• Act as a business partner to various departments providing financial insights and assisting with cost control and operational efficiency
• Support the evaluation of strategic initiatives capital investment projects (ROI analysis) and potential M&A activities
• Assist in the preparation of monthly quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with German GAAP and IFRS
• Continuously improve FP&A processes systems and tools to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Support Accounting leadership and the finance organization in special projects and initiatives as needed
• Complete other duties responsibilities and ad hoc requests as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convey financial information clearly and concisely to non-financial stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proven capability to take initiative and work autonomously while also collaborating effectively within a team environment
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and maintaining the confidentiality of financial information
• Demonstrate a growth mindset by seeking feedback learning from setbacks and applying new knowledge to improve performance

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Economics or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) corporate finance or a similar analytical role
• Thorough knowledge of financial planning budgeting and forecasting principles.
• Proven financial modeling experience and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX or 365 preferred)
• Experience with PowerBi
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (German GAP/IFRS)

WE OFFER

• A modern working environment with exciting tasks in a future-oriented industry
• Experienced colleagues support you during the induction
• Working in an intercultural and international team with short communication channels across national borders
• A corporate culture characterized by openness and appreciation
• Regular company events
• Capital-forming benefits
• Jobticket
• Employer allowance for lunch with Lunch-It
• JobRad
• Flexible working hours through a modern time recording system
• Free drinks (water soft drinks tea coffee) and fruits
• Annual bonus programme

If you are interested in this role we look forward to receiving your application via our recruitment portal.

AGC Biologics GmbH
Czernyring 22
69115 Heidelberg

Phone: 06221 / 9026-0

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge Trust Quality Ingenuity Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe.

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins plasmid DNA (pDNA) messenger RNA (mRNA) viral vectors and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S. Europe and Asia with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle Washington; Boulder and Longmont Colorado; Copenhagen Denmark; Heidelberg Germany; Milan Italy; and Chiba Japan. We currently employ more than 2500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients most complex challenges including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more visit.Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age ancestry color family or medical care leave gender identity or expression genetic information marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran status race religion sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws regulations and ordinances.