Grifols is a global healthcare company that has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world since 1909. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine, developing, producing, and marketing innovative medicines, solutions, and services in more than 110 countries and regions.
The Financial Planning & Control Analyst plays a crucial role in assisting the Planning & Control department with its financial operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Perform financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for GWWO expenses, headcount, and capital expenditure.
* Complete month-end close duties, including journal entries and management reports.
* Analyze financial information across various areas in GWWO.
* Analyze and report variances and their causes.
* Prepare, reconcile, and review inventory and provision accounts for proper inventory valuation.
* Maintain compliance with Corporate Financial policies and procedures.
* Review and verify documents required by SOX compliance team.
* Participate in physical inventory.
* Collaborate with internal controls team and external auditors on physical stock takes.
* Prepare and review audit schedules and provide requested information for internal/external auditors.
* Perform assigned tasks using established procedures with sound judgment, evaluation, and critical thinking.
Person Specification:
Essential Knowledge & Skills
* A minimum of 2-3 years of Big-4 audit experience or relevant accounting experience in a manufacturer multinational company, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
* Experience utilizing enterprise software systems is highly preferred.
* Knowledge of fundamental accounting and cost accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
* Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles.
* Ability to identify continuous improvement measures.
* Must be proactive, results-oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
* A self-starter with a strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
* Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
* Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to make structured decisions on a routine basis.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
* Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
* Strong Excel skills, including knowledge of V-Look Ups, Pivot Tables, basic accounting formulas, etc.
* Specific experience with SAP is preferred.
Desirable Knowledge & Skills
* ACCA/CPA or equivalent qualifications.
* Specific experience with SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) is preferred.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Economics/Business Administration/Industrial Engineering.
Our Benefits Include:
* Highly competitive salary
* Group pension scheme - Contribution rates are 5% employer and 5% employee
* Private Medical Insurance for the employee
* Ongoing opportunities for career development in a rapidly expanding work environment
* Succession planning and internal promotions
* Education allowance
* Wellness activities - Social activities eg. Padel, Summer Events