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Senior Finance Analyst, Region South

Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on XFacebookInstagramYouTubeLinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

Who are we?

We are a global, research-based biopharmaceutical company that combines the focus and passion of leading-edge biotech with the expertise and capability of an established pharmaceutical leader. Redefining what is possible is our business and our passion. Our goal is to help patients live healthier lives and we are proud to be a Great Place to Work.

We are looking for a business-oriented financial analyst reporting to the Area Controller, with a curious mindset and a passion to develop their career in Pharma.  The role will be supporting both the Europe Area in consolidation and analysis, as well as Region South. Region South is a diverse group of affiliates including Austria, Portugal, Switzerland, Greece, Israel & Turkey.

1. Region South Financial Planning & Analysis lead

  • Prepare and consolidate financials for Region South and Europe Area, which includes financial templates creation, consolidation and preparation of management review packages, working closely with affiliates to understand the business and analyze submissions
  • First point of contact with affiliate (countries) supporting system queries and submissions
  • Prepare and review monthly sales and profit & loss variance commentary ensuring affiliate timely submissions and commentary accurately reflects business issues and running variance analysis
  • Drive cross-country projects to simplify processes
  • Lead the Region FP&A community
  • Provide ad hoc analysis to support Management team

2. Financial Planning & Analysis support

  • Prepare & consolidate planning & budgeting cycles: build financial templates, consolidate submissions & work closely with affiliates across Europe to understand the business and analyze submissions, etc.
  • Other ad-hoc support

3. Power Bi / Technology Subject Matter Expert

  • Lead the development of Power Bi dashboards & schedules for Europe Area
  • Actively contribute to global & European projects on Power BI
  • Train people across Europe on new dashboards & reporting capabilities
  • Liaise with external supplier (Key point of contact) to drive the development & technical follow-up for Power Bi
  • AI knowledge and increase use across Europe.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be based in the Rungis office.

  • B.A. in Business/Finance/Accounting is required. Masters/MBA is a +.
  • Minimum 3-4+ years of experience in finance/accounting with evident success
     

Qualifications & Competencies

  • Strong commercial acumen prior experience working within large commercial organizations in a matrix environment
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders at different levels, and to meet timelines/deadlines of submissions in coordinating with stakeholders
  • Self-motivated with the energy and ability to take the initiative on relevant issues
  • Excellent leadership, organization, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Systems experience is a +: BPC, Power Bi, SAP
  • Excellent level of English (verbal & written)

Ideally the candidate should have 3-4 years’ work experience and have solid knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.  Experience of PowerBI and SAP BPC would also be useful

Additional Information

What other information is important for you to know ?

Working at AbbVie France, it is also benefiting from a work environment designed with employees in mind. Our offices are located in the Rungis Business Park, 5min away from the town of Rungis, reachable from Paris with the line 14, RER C, tram 7, and bus 216. You can also find a gym, as well as restaurants, and food trucks within the Business Park.

For our employees’ work life balance, AbbVie France offers the possibility to work from home up to 2 days a week. Find more about AbbVie’s benefits here: https://www.abbvie.fr/careers/benefits1.html

For us, equality, diversity, and inclusion are essential pillars. We are proud to have built an environment that allows each of our employees around the world to realize their full potential.

You can find us at www.abbvie.com  / @ABBVIE sur Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube LinkedIn.

 

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.  It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html 

US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:

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What You Should Know About Senior Finance Analyst, Region South, AbbVie

At AbbVie, we’re dedicated to transforming healthcare and making an impact. We’re looking for a Senior Finance Analyst to join our team in Rungis, France, specifically focused on the southern region. In this exciting role, you’ll work closely with our Area Controller, diving into financial planning and analysis for a diverse range of countries including Austria, Portugal, and Turkey. Your main responsibilities will include preparing and consolidating financial statements for the Europe Area, crafting management review packages, and providing insightful analytics that help drive our business decisions. Collaboration is key, as you’ll partner with affiliate teams to analyze financial submissions and address any system queries that may arise. With a focus on process improvement, you will lead cross-country initiatives, streamline our operations, and support the financial planning cycles. Furthermore, as a Power BI subject matter expert, you will take charge of developing dashboards and training colleagues across Europe, ensuring we leverage technology to reach our goals efficiently. If you have a knack for numbers and a drive for excellence, you will thrive in our culture that values creativity, teamwork, and continuous growth. At AbbVie, great ideas are celebrated, and we are committed to your professional development, so come join us and be part of something special!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Senior Finance Analyst, Region South Role at AbbVie
What are the primary responsibilities of a Senior Finance Analyst at AbbVie?

As a Senior Finance Analyst at AbbVie, your primary responsibilities include preparing and consolidating financial statements, creating financial templates, reviewing monthly profit and loss variance commentary, and supporting management with ad hoc analysis. You will also lead projects aimed at simplification and efficiency within the finance team.

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What qualifications are required for the Senior Finance Analyst position at AbbVie?

The ideal candidate for the Senior Finance Analyst role at AbbVie should have a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting, with an MBA preferred. Additionally, 3-4 years of relevant finance or accounting experience is essential, along with strong commercial acumen and proficiency in tools such as Power BI and SAP.

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How does the Senior Finance Analyst role support regional financial planning at AbbVie?

In your position as Senior Finance Analyst at AbbVie, you will play a crucial role in supporting financial planning for the southern region by preparing budgeting cycles, consolidating submissions, and closely engaging with affiliate teams to understand their specific financial contexts and challenges.

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What systems experience is beneficial for a Senior Finance Analyst at AbbVie?

Prior experience with financial systems such as BPC, Power BI, and SAP is highly beneficial for a Senior Finance Analyst at AbbVie. Familiarity with these tools will aid you in not only performing your job responsibilities more effectively but also in training others and contributing to our innovation projects.

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What work environment can a Senior Finance Analyst expect at AbbVie in Rungis?

At AbbVie in Rungis, you can expect a dynamic and employee-centric work environment designed to support work-life balance, which includes the ability to work from home for up to two days per week and access to onsite amenities like a gym and various dining options. Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion enhances our collaborative atmosphere.

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How do you manage tight deadlines for financial submissions?

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What motivates you to work in financial analysis in the pharmaceutical industry?

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AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people’s lives across several key therapeutic areas: i...

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