Manager Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Full time @Novartis KSA posted 2 weeks ago in Pharmaceutical/Clinical Research Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 72704
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Career Level Manager
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Experience 6 Years
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Gender Any
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Industry Pharmaceutica/Clinical Research
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Job Function Finance & Accounts
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Education Level Bachelor
Job Description
About the Opportunity
Join a rapidly growing pharmaceutical market in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where innovation meets financial strategy. As Manager – Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), you’ll play a critical role in steering business decisions through data-driven insights, AI-powered forecasting, and strategic financial management. This role is ideal for a finance professional ready to blend analytical excellence with strategic impact in a fast-evolving healthcare landscape in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead country-level financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting cycles with precision and strategic foresight.
- Partner with senior management based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to translate business objectives into actionable financial plans and performance goals.
- AI-Integrated Forecasting
- Champion the adoption of AI and digital analytics tools to enhance forecasting accuracy and scenario modeling.
- Drive automation and process innovation within financial reporting systems to improve speed, accuracy, and transparency.
- Commercial Finance & Business Support
- Provide financial analysis and modeling for BD&L (Business Development & Licensing) opportunities in alignment with global standards.
- Support value-based pricing and access strategies, including benchmark studies and evaluation of NUPCO and other public tenders.
- Deliver strategic insights to optimize profitability and commercial outcomes.
- Budget Governance & Cost Optimization
- Monitor budget adherence, analyze variances, and recommend cost-control measures.
- Collaborate with Therapy Area Heads to align spending with performance priorities and resource allocation efficiency.
- Governance, Compliance & Standardization
- Ensure compliance with internal control frameworks (MCF) and corporate financial policies.
- Lead process standardization, best practice sharing, and financial workshops to strengthen organizational financial discipline.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in productivity, working capital, and reporting accuracy.
Qualifications & Experience
- Experience in FP&A, financial strategy, or commercial finance roles, ideally within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry.
- Strong analytical and modeling expertise with hands-on experience in financial systems and AI-driven planning tools.
- Proven ability to partner cross-functionally, influence decisions, and manage high-stakes financial deliverables.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
Why This Role Matters
This is not a back-office finance position — it’s a strategic role that directly shapes business growth, operational efficiency, and financial sustainability in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. You’ll have the platform to introduce cutting-edge analytical methods and become a key advisor to leadership teams driving healthcare transformation in Saudi Arabia.