Finance Business Controller

With a unique legacy in dermatology as well as decades of cutting-edge
innovation, Galderma is the pure-play dermatology category leader, present in
approximately ‎90 countries. We deliver an innovative, science-based portfolio
of premium flagship brands and services that spans the full spectrum of the
fast-growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics, Dermo-
cosmetics, and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in ‎1981, we have
dedicated our focus and passion to the human body's largest organ - the skin -
meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in
partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin
we're in shapes our lives, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.
We look for people who focus on getting results, embrace learning and bring a
positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and
collaboration. Above all, they must be passionate about doing something
meaningful for consumers, patients, and the healthcare professionals we serve
every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth
while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our
company, we embrace diversity and respect the dignity, privacy, and personal
rights of every employee.
At Galderma, we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold
ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us, you
have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and
create an unparalleled, direct impact.
Finance Business Controller
UAE , Dubai
Job Description
Provide input to and lead implementation of Controlling & Budgeting plans and
programs to understand and analyze activities concerned with budgets,
financial reports, forecasts, direct and indirect costs, actual vs. budgeted
and cost variance analysis.
Responsible for developing and using financial forecast systems. This highly
analytical and technically adept individual provides financial and budgetary
forecasts for the country to Business Leaders, Region Lead and Area Management
for use in short and long-term company financial and budgetary planning,
ensuring reporting system interoperability and data integrity
Job Responsibilities
* Provide input to and implement Controlling & Budgeting plans and programs aligned to manage the function of preparing budgets, financial reports, and forecasts
* Prepare, develop and formulate all policies and processes related to direct and indirect costs, actual vs. budgeted and cost variance analysis by category /Market performance
* Liaise with the Country General Manager as first point of contact as a Finance Business Partner.
* Provide Financial evaluations for new product launches as well as pre/post promotion evaluations.
* Understand and analyze ongoing budgeting and controlling processes like revenue/expense budgets, direct and indirect costs, actual vs. budgeted and cost variance analysis identifying any need for improvement and implementing programs and policies that better suit the needs of Galderma
* Guide and consult Country General Manager and relevant stakeholders in controlling & budgeting related matters with focus on operational activities
* Provide analysis to enhance pricing and promo strategies within different market and customers
* May influence others outside of own job area regarding policies, practices and procedures
* Develop strong, trusting relationships with business leaders across Galderma
* Cooperate with and coordinate activities with external service providers
* Advise and guide customers and key stakeholders on processes, systems and tools
Minimum Requirements
* Experience in financial steward ship and business performance responsibility
* Financial Planning & Analysis Experience
* Managerial ( preferably with MNC) experience
* Experience designing and operating financial reporting and forecasting systems
* Excellent analytical ability
* Strong written and oral communication skills, and ability to clearly
* present financial data in reports distributed to regional and global officers
* University degree in Finance , Accounting , Business, or related field
* Advanced Degree/ Post graduate (preferred)
Galderma is the world's largest independent dermatology company, present in
approximately ‎100 countries. Since our inception in ‎1981, we have been driven
by a complete dedication to dermatology. We deliver an innovative, science-
based portfolio of sophisticated brands and services across Aesthetics,
Consumer Care and Prescription Medicine. Focused on the needs of consumers and
patients, we work in partnership with healthcare professionals to ensure
superior outcomes. Because we understand that the skin we're in shapes our
life stories, we are advancing dermatology for every skin story. For more
information, please visit our website:
https://www.galderma.com/careers