Director - Head of Business Finance | CA/CMA | 15+ YOE

1 week ago

Bangalore Division, India Michael Page Full time
Lead business finance for a global pharma major, shaping key strategiesDrive high-impact decisions with direct visibility to executive leadership

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global pharmaceutical manufacturer with a strong presence in India. The company is known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and compliance, operating multiple manufacturing units adhering to international standards.

Job Description

Drive long-term financial planning and forecasting aligned with manufacturing scale-up, product launches, and global market expansion.Lead standard costing, variance analysis, and margin improvement initiatives across manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with global benchmarks.Collaborate with commercial and R&D teams to evaluate product mix, lifecycle profitability, and ROI on new molecule development.Monitor inventory norms, optimize working capital tied to API, intermediates, and RM/PM, and implement controls for slow/non-moving stock.Oversee capital budgeting, financial evaluation of capacity expansion, tech transfers, and greenfield/brownfield projects.Ensure statutory compliance (GST, Income Tax, Transfer Pricing) and strengthen internal controls across manufacturing finance functions.Lead SAP CO module enhancements for real-time reporting on batch costing and production efficiencies.Mentor plant controllers and analysts; collaborate with site heads, procurement, and supply chain to drive cost optimization and operational KPIs.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).​Experience: 15+ years in finance, with significant experience in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector.​Skills: Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with proficiency in financial systems and ERP software.

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