Position: Business Controller
Location: NCR
Work Setup: Onsite
Schedule: Monday to Friday
Position Summary:
The Business Controller Pharmaceuticals is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial performance, trading analysis, and commercial planning for the Health Business Unit. This position will act as a strategic partner to key internal stakeholders and support decision-making across trading, category management, marketing, and supply chain functions. The role ensures profitability, financial compliance, and long-term growth by aligning financial insights with business strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Performance and Financial Management
- Oversee and manage the profit and loss (P&L) for pharmaceutical and health-related accounts.
- Analyze trading performance, margin trends, and cost structures to support business growth.
- Lead the development of budgets, forecasts, and monthly performance reviews.
- Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights for financial and operational improvement.
Trading and Commercial Finance Support
- Partner closely with trading and merchandising teams to assess vendor deals, pricing structures, and promotional investments.
- Evaluate trading terms to ensure alignment with margin and profitability targets.
- Provide financial input into supplier negotiations and commercial initiatives.
Strategic Planning and Business Partnering
- Serve as a finance business partner to category managers and the Health Business Unit head.
- Support strategic initiatives including new product launches, pricing optimization, and expansion planning.
- Translate business strategies into financial plans, forecasts, and models.
Process Improvement and Compliance
- Drive enhancements in financial reporting processes and ensure data accuracy and timeliness.
- Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to meet compliance and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is highly preferred
Experience
- Minimum of 8 to 10 years of relevant experience in financial management, business control, or finance business partnering
- At least 3 years in a controller-level position within a trading, pharmaceutical, or healthcare setting
- Proven experience working with pharmaceutical health accounts and a strong understanding of trading operations
