Controller

The Position Boehringer Ingelheim is seeking a Controller for SAGEA (Saudi Arabia, Gulf, East Africa) region. As the Controller based in Riyadh, you will report to the SAGEA Head of F&A. Tasks & responsibilities The successful candidate will provide effective and efficient support in various areas including Planning, Reporting, Business Partnering, and Controlling. Planning cycle/budget process: o Communicate planning, guidelines, timelines, targets, and relevant data to stakeholders. o Provide financial impact and analysis of assumption set to the business. o Support review meetings by generating overviews, analysis, and business support. o Ensure timely submission of data in appropriate systems. Business Partnering: o Implement, align, and execute guidance provided by the regional controlling team. o Provide operational business support with pricing, discount, and profitability analysis. o Make recommendations for cost optimization and partnerships. o Collect, interpret, and provide data for decision-making processes. o Connect relevant functions in OPU and ROPU for better communication and process efficiency. Monthly closing/supplementary reporting: o Process accurate and relevant accruals and provisions in financial ledgers. o Coordinate data collection from relevant resources. o Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting in accordance with corporate policies and guidelines. o Perform month-end routines, checks, reconciliations, and analysis. o Provide periodical financial information and comments for OPU management. Projects and continuous improvement: o Work on continuous improvement topics to ensure compliance and adherence to financial regulations. o Support ROPU controlling team on an ad hoc basis. Network and personal development: o Build and maintain external and internal network connections. o Acquire and maintain relevant know-how and technical expertise. Compliance Responsibility: o Oversee compliance and adherence to corporate SOPs, local regulations, and best practices. Requirements - Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree (e.g. MBA, MSc) in Business Administration / Economics and/or Diploma degree - 5 - 6 Years of Finance and Business Controlling experience, preferably in a multi-national Pharmaceutical organization and/or Big Four Accounting Firms. - Experience using SAP, Tableau, Power BI, Reporting tools. - Project management experience is a must. - Knowledge of IFRS, CPA/SOCPA is preferred. - Language requirements: English is a must; Arabic is preferred. Skills and Competencies - Strong business acumen. - Comprehensive understanding of finance. - Strategic thinking abilities and strong communication skills.