Categories: Pharmaceutical, Finance, Healthcare, Management

Job Description

We are seeking an FP&A Lead for the Human Health division in Poland. This strategic finance leader will own financial planning and analysis for the Polish market, serve as a trusted business partner to the Human Health leadership team, and collaborate closely with regional and global Finance. You will lead end-to-end FP&A cycles, elevate financial decision making, and develop one direct report, helping shape impact on patients in Poland.

You will work closely with Business Unit Directors (Oncology, Hospital Acute Care, Vaccines), Market Access, Supply Chain, Commercial, and the Business Service Center (BSC) in Prague.

Key responsibilities:

Team leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop one direct report (FP&A) to high performance standards.
• Lead development of monthly/quarterly management reporting, budgets/forecasts, Long Range Operating Plans (LROP), and review materials to enable performance management and decision making.
• Prepare mid-month, month-end, and quarter estimates and clear, insight-driven commentaries.
• Coordinate development and submission of financial forecasts, annual budget, and 5-year plan.
• Track performance vs. forecast, articulate drivers, and proactively identify risks/opportunities.
• Support continuous Gross-to-Net optimization and recommend actions to the business.
• Prepare business review materials for local and regional senior leaders.

Business partnering

• Serve as the key finance business partner to Human Health leadership; facilitate resource allocation, advise on trade-offs, and recommend timely course corrections.
• Coordinate local performance reviews and provide actionable financial insights to Business Leaders.
• Ensure effective, timely communication with BSC and Regional/HQ Centers of Excellence on key deliverables and support needs.

Operational excellence and controls:

• Support monthly close (accrual evaluations, postings, balance sheet reviews) and approve manual journals; review and approve credit note requests.
• Partner with the local Accounting Lead to uphold financial controls, regulatory compliance, and audit requirements.
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements across reporting, forecasting, and management routines.
• Coordinate escalation/identification of issues and advise Finance leadership of potential business/operational risks.

Broader business support

• Contribute to assessments of country business development projects.
• Oversee credit limit reviews and receivables risk; support back-office activities (facilities, fleet, telecommunications, etc.) as needed.
• Provide financial and compliance consultation in reviews of vendors, customers, and distributors.
• Build financial literacy among non-finance stakeholders through education and data storytelling.

Knowledge development focus

• External environment: Track healthcare policy and government initiatives, market access dynamics, regulatory shifts, and competitive landscape impacting segment growth.
• Company/market strategy: Understand product lifecycle and portfolio priorities, go-to-market models, patient access, pricing and affordability, alliances, and investment optimization.
• Compliance and risk: Stay current on evolving compliance requirements and key business, compliance, and financial risks.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting.
• 5–7 years in finance or accounting, with FP&A experience preferred.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills with excellent data organization and interpretation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and work independently.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid knowledge of enterprise financial reporting and planning systems and processes.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; working knowledge of SAP, BPC, Power BI, and analytics tools.
• Languages: English: Fluent. Polish: Fluency strongly preferred.

Strategy and business partnering capabilities:

• Business partnering: Identifies, engages, advises, and influences stakeholders; translates financial insights into clear recommendations that address customer and business needs.
• Business insights: Uses curiosity, financial acumen, and market understanding to anticipate trends and shape outcomes.
• Financial planning: Applies financial planning principles to forecast and guide resource allocation; communicates risks/opportunities and forecast quality; delivers clear, timely, action-oriented findings.
• Data storytelling: Communicates financial data effectively and creatively so insights are understood and drive action.

What we offer?

• Opportunity to shape the financial agenda for Human Health in Poland and partner with senior leaders locally, regionally, and globally.
• Exposure to multiple business units (Oncology, Hospital Acute Care, Vaccines) and cross-functional teams.
• A culture that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Required Skills:

Data Analysis, Finance, Financial Advising, Financial Analysis, Financial Business Planning, Financial Education, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Planning, Financial Reports, Leadership, Planning Budgeting And Forecasting (PBF), Preparation of Financial Reports

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

n/a

Job Posting End Date:

02/9/2026

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