Global FC&C Process Expert (Senior Manager) PIN-PCA

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management

• Conduct and oversee regular global-level E2E financial risk assessments of the process in collaboration with the PIN/PCA and NTO stakeholders, and proactively contribute to necessary updates to the NFCM framework in liaison with NFCM Methodology team.
• If global control deficiencies are identified, advice and collaborate with relevant stakeholders on the definition of mitigating actions and ICFR impact assessment. Ensure adequate documentation of Financial Compliance memo and assesses the impact on financial control design gaps.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, PIN/PCA and NTO stakeholders to integrate risk considerations and assess impact on NFCM controls.

Internal Financial Controls Framework (NFCM Novartis Financial Controls Framework)

• Drive development of a high-quality internal financial control framework – ensure process controls are adequately designed to address all identified risks while balancing efficiency and effectiveness.
• Drive continuous process/systems control improvement, automation and standardization.
• Oversee monitoring of all internal and external audit issues relating to the process and propose process control solutions where relevant.
• Work in close partnership with the PIN/PCA GPOs, NTO stakeholders and IT to gain a comprehensive understanding of the global IT landscape for PIN/PCA. This includes identifying relevant global interfaces, automated controls, and reports that are critical for Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR) and providing guidance to relevant business owners on the implementation and compliance with NFCM requirements.
• Lead planning of the process global talk-throughs with external auditor.
• P&O function process owner to lead the global talk-throughs for respective area, supported by Global FCC Process Expert.
• Understands projects (system or process related) within the function, participates on process/system design to eliminate financial risks, assesses potential impact on financial compliance, ensures and collaborates with project team to deliver project compliance memo on time and with high quality.
• Maintains NFCM Control Work Instructions up to date and ensures training within needed control owner and FCC communities Oversees NFCM compliance within the process and supports GPOs on driving global process compliance

Change Management

• Lead change management activities surrounding enhancement of process, controls, including coordinating training, sharing updates and highlights, and providing timely communication around the process control environment
• Define areas of priority and focus; drive process deep-dives to identify process-control gaps, oversee definition and implementation of solutions to enhance internal controls assurance

Partnering and stakeholder management

• Own NFCM expertise, continuously enrich process knowledge through partnering with the PIN/PCA and NTO stakeholders, FCSG, and Operations community
• Lead initiatives that help driving a preventative approach in the risk and issue identification
• Ensure transparent, reliable and agile stakeholder management despite global complexity; being the interface between the FCC team and PIN/PCA GPOs

Continuous Improvement and digital innovation

• Identify opportunities for automation and the use of digital technology to improve financial compliance
• Contribute to the implementation of digital tools and solutions for anomaly detection and control automation by partnering with dedicated teams.
• Leverage data analytics and to enhance the detection of irregularities and ensure robust internal controls
• Stay abreast of technological advancements and industry best practices in digital audit techniques and tools
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and proactive risk management.

People Management

• This role does not involve direct reports; however, mentoring and providing guidance to Global FCC Process Expert deputies is expected.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in internal audit, compliance, or related fields.
• Previous experience or focus on production, inventory management and product cost accounting.
• Experience in complex, multinational business setup ideally in Pharma and shared services industry
• In-depth knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and financial compliance requirements related to production, inventory management and product cost accounting processes
• Strong understanding of SOX requirements.
• Good knowledge of SAP and MS Office
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Project management skills and international experience, ability to work cross functional
• Experience in standardization and harmonization of processes and controls
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to motivate others
• Proficient in English both written and spoken

Key Skills

• Internal Audit
• Compliance
• Production
• Inventory Management
• Risk Management
• SOX
• SAP
• MS Office
• Project Management
• Standardization
• Harmonization
• Communication Skills
• Product Cost Accounting

Benefits

Compensation

• Short-Term Incentive and Long-Term Incentive
• Annual base salary

Benefits

• Xchange -Xchange is a Novartis online platform that helps employees from all over the world connect in new ways. You can collaborate with colleagues, learn about new cultures and boost your foreign conversation skills and more
• Protecting health and life – In addition to Global Business Travel Accident insurance, we also offer medical and life insurance plans at a country level to ensure you are protected.
• Supporting your wellbeing – We support our people with the tools and resources to help you nurture your wellbeing, so that you can be your best self, at home and at work.
• Retirement, health &welfare plans – Novartis retirement, health & welfare plans protect employees against the financial consequences of disability or death and provide attractive retirement benefits aligned with local social security.
• Global Business Travel Accident (BTA)insurance – Our global BTA insurance provides our employees with insurance coverage while they are travelling on behalf of Novartis. We also provide emergency assistance on business travel via International SOS.
• Valuing our employees
  • Spark is our global recognition program, through which anyone can recognize a colleague who has demonstrated behavior in line with our culture and values. The joy of recognition – both for those who give it and those who receive it – inspires, motivates and fosters collaboration and good relationships. Our Spark program includes congratulatory e-cards and varied awards for spontaneous and timely recognition throughout the year.
• Parental leave
• Sharing in company success
  • Our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) allows employees to buy Novartis shares at a 15% discounted price. This ‘share in ownership’ is being rolled out across the globe, offering a flexible plan with no required holding period. A maximum contribution of 15% of Annual Base Salary or USD 21 250 or equivalent in your local currency is permitted per year

Professional development

• Professional development
  • Evolve – Our approach to performance management at Novartis is based on outcome-focused objectives, frequent check-ins and feedback, and recognition to help individuals and teams grow, learn and reach their full potential. Evolve’s continuous rhythm (process) enables us to stay focused on our impact, provides us with a clear picture of our progress and identifies where to focus more energy as we go.
  • My Potential – Our interconnected and comprehensive talent assessment approach enables our associates and leaders to discover their potential and increase their self-awareness. It gives them the possibility to deep-dive into their strengths and growth areas using validated models.
  • Talent Match – Enabled by artificial intelligence (AI), our talent marketplace, Talent Match, provides personalized recommendations for new roles, projects, short-term assignments and mentoring. With Career Planning in Talent Match, we put employees in the driving seat of their own development. They can gain visibility and transparency into possible careers outside their domain, uncover their skills gap to leverage opportunities and find mentors to help bridge them.
  • Match Learn – Offers access to curated learning experiences to support you in your current role, develop your career, and prepare you for your future ambitions. The AI driven social platform enables you to access knowledge and the experts through new learning experiences targeted to you.
• Leadership development
  • Leadership development
  • Coaching
  • Team Effectiveness
  • 360° Tool and Process

Work environment

• Hybrid working
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Employee Resource Groups
• Holistic wellbeing
• Engagement & Volunteering
• Environmental, Social and Governance
  (ESG) initiatives