About the Role:
Novartis is an internationally renowned pharmaceutical company, specializing in the research, development, and marketing of innovative medicines. As part of our growing activity, we are looking for a Head Finance Development in Milano.
Join us in transforming groundbreaking science into life-changing medicines!
Our cross-functional drug Development team in Italy is conducting 200+ trials with over 1,200 active patients. Join our dynamic and passionate team, playing a crucial role in optimizing resource allocation within our Portfolio delivery while regularly contributing to other strategic initiatives. Together, we have the power to make a transformative difference in the lives of patients.
The Head Finance Development Italy is a pivotal position responsible for driving financial excellence and decision-making within our Development line functions based in Italy. As our trusted partner, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams spanning Study & Site Operations, Patient Safety, and Regulatory Affairs to optimize resource allocation, enhance operational efficiencies, and ensure robust financial controls.
In addition, you will functionally manage a diverse team of Finance Specialists, overseeing financial processes related to Clinical Trials and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations. Your expertise will also play a crucial role in overseeing investigator payments within our Study & Site Operations organization, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and participating in regular Business and Finance Reviews of the SSO Organization.
Your responsibilities will be but are not limited to:
* Act as the Proactive Finance Partner for Development Line function heads on all financial matters.
* Serve as the First Point of Contact for Head SSO Italy regarding all trial-related financial activities, including oversight of TCF management, site payments, and other contracts with external vendors.
* Functional Team Management: Manage and develop a diverse Finance Specialists team, overseeing trial budgets, trial accounting, and customer-facing responsibilities.
* Financial Performance Management: Ensure high-quality input for regional and global forecasting. Drive BPA processes, including budget planning cycles, HC control, and structure cost management.
* Resource Optimization: Collaborate with senior management, trial managers, and support functions to optimize resources and budgets.
* Responsible for month-end and year-end Financial Closure in line with IFRS and local GAAP.
* Ensure NFCM Compliance and control risks (e.g., Tax). Oversee all financial and administrative activities for Development Studies.
* Drive Harmonization and Optimization of trial finance processes considering Development business needs.
* Participate in local, regional and global finance projects.
* Local Alignment: Align with local finance teams for efficient systems, processes, and audits.
* Financial Experience: At least 7+ years of work experience in a financial environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry.
* Educational Background: University degree in Finance / Accounting or equivalent.
* Leadership: First leadership experience enabling to focus on coaching, leading, aligning, motivating, and developing a team.
* Controlling and Analytical Experience: Strong financial and functional controlling know-how with a high level of attention to detail.
* Business Understanding: Understanding the complexity of the pharmaceutical industry in general and the matrix of Novartis.
* Fluent in English. Italian skills or quick learning ability are a significant plus.
Benefits and rewards:
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Accessibility and accommodation:
Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please send an e-mail to
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Functional Area: Audit & Finance
Job Type: Full time
Employment Type: Regular
Shift Work: No
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