DD&IT Global FP&A Manager

Overview

Lead end-to-end financial planning, performance reporting and strategic forecasting for Novartis' global Digital, Data and Information Technology (DD&IT) organization.

What you'll do

• Lead the global Financial Planning and Analysis calendar, coordinating key deliverables, milestones and dependencies.
• Own month-end close and reporting, resolving errors, late inputs and financial variances across DD&IT.
• Prepare performance dashboards, variance commentary and decision-ready reporting materials for senior leadership.
• Coordinate latest outlook submissions and consolidate financial inputs for monthly business reviews.
• Lead budget and three-year target planning, developing guidance, templates and supporting financial models.
• Monitor financial data quality and partner with data owners to resolve issues promptly.
• Track forecast accuracy, explain deviations and identify financial risks, opportunities and corrective actions.
• Perform robust financial modelling and analysis using large, complex datasets to support business decisions.
• Influence senior Finance and DD&IT leaders to align priorities, assumptions and financial outcomes.
• Lead end-to-end planning and reporting processes while driving continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

What you'll need

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related discipline.
• Significant Financial Planning and Analysis experience supporting global, matrixed organizations.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial performance analysis.
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills with experience working with large, complex datasets.
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations and communicating financial insights to senior leaders.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive outcomes without formal reporting authority.
• Strong project management skills with experience managing complex deliverables and competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, navigate ambiguity and deliver against demanding deadlines.

Nice to have

• Experience supporting digital, technology or information technology organizations.
• Strong digital and data analysis capabilities, including leveraging technology to improve financial decision-making.

Details

• Location: Barcelona, Spain or Hyderabad, India.
• Novartis is unable to offer relocation support; apply only if accessible to the location.