FP&A Lead

Job Description Permanent, full-time role with competitive remuneration and benefits Location: Taipei, Taiwan Career growth: Expand your expertise in a growing, successful industry Professional development: Gain valuable experience in a dynamic, evolving role We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic Financial Planning & Analysis Associate Director to lead our financial planning and analysis efforts. The role will support the Taiwan Human Health Division and will report to the Taiwan Finance Director. The ideal candidate will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and performance analysis to support business decision-making and growth. This role requires strong financial acumen, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. WHAT YOU WILL DO Responsibilities include, however not limited to: Transformative Financial Strategy and performance optimization: · Lead budgeting, forecasting and planning to ensure strategic alignment and accurate forecasts while supporting sustainable financial results. · Lead long term strategic plan and execute strategic initiatives, using structured analysis to identify growth opportunities. · Act as a finance business partner, providing financial consultation and actionable recommendations for informed decision-making and performance tracking. · Collaborate with business partners to drive strategic initiatives that enhance top and bottom-line performance while optimizing expense management. · As an FP&A leader, responsible for identifying areas for process improvement and increasing operational efficiency Reporting, Analytics, and Variance Forecasting: · Deliver comprehensive financial reports, forecasts, and vital statistics to the Country Leadership Team and Regional team for effective management. · Analyze financial data to identify strategic investment opportunities, revenue enhancement, and efficiency improvements. · Conduct variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted performance, providing actionable recommendations. Business Partnership: · Serve as a trusted advisor to department leaders, providing financial insights and guidance to aid strategic decision-making. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess business cases for new initiatives and operational enhancements. Team Leadership and Development: · Mentor and manage a team of financial analysts, promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development. · Collaborate strategically with the Financial Control team to enhance the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting including rebate provision management. Ad Hoc Analysis and Policy Development: · Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and special projects as required by executive leadership to inform strategic decisions. · Contribute to the development of accounting policies, systems, and procedures to ensure robust financial practices are maintained WHAT YOU MUST HAVE · Over 7+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry. 3+ years of experience in FP&A manager or similar role · Strong communication skill, cross-function collaborations and influencing skills · Business savviness and analytical skills · Leadership qualities with demonstrated capability to build strong working relationships with internal business units · Effective presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex topics in a distilled manner · Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment · Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or related field. A Master's degree or professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CPA) is a plus Required Skills: Accounting Policies, Accounting Policies, Adaptability, Audits Compliance, Budget Analysis, Business Decisions, Business Partnerships, Corporate Governance, Cost Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Detail-Oriented, Ethical Behavior, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Planning, Financial Processes, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Interpersonal Relationships, Performance Analysis, Preparation of Financial Reports, Process Improvements, Strategic Initiative, Strategic Planning {+ 1 more} Preferred Skills: Current Employees apply HERE Current Contingent Workers apply HERE Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. 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