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Senior R&D Controller Jobs in Budapest, Hungary at Gedeon Richter

Title: Senior R&D Controller

Company: Gedeon Richter

Location: Budapest, Hungary

Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position Senior R&D Controller


Main Contact

sThe position holder is the Finance Business Partner to Group R&D Director and his leadership team, the GR Heads of Regulatory, PV and Medical and their respective leadership teams, and has regular interactions with the Global Head of Controlling as well as with Affiliate R&D, regulatory, PV, Medical and Finance personnel. Other key contacts will be members of Group Controlling, Group Accounting and select Group Corporate Services personnel

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General sco

  • peThe R&D Controller will have direct responsibility for planning, budgeting, reporting, analysis and controlling of Gedeon Richter Group (GR) R&D, regulatory, pharmacovigilance (PV) and medical activities and their transversal cost base (representing cca 100 billion HUF
  • ).GR Group financial success over the last 15 years has been driven by extensive Research and Development in Neuropsychiatry and Women’s Healthcare. GR 2025-2035 strategic ambition is to be a global thought-leader and innovator in some well-defined scientific fields. In Neuropsychiatry, research is underway to develop the next blockbuster molecule, while in Women’s Healthcare GR wants to further build its portfolio of innovative treatments across existing and new therapeutic segments. Hence, ensuring an appropriate level of Controlling support to R&D is of strategic importanc
  • e.For the purposes of this job specification, R&D, regulatory, PV and medical are jointly referred to as “functions” or “activities in scope
  • ”.As part of Group Controlling, the position will report to the Head of Group Global Functions Controlling . The position holder will business partner the Group R&D Director and his leadership team as well as wi
  • thGroup Heads of Regulatory, PV and Medical and their leadership team

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Main Responsibilit

  • iesPerformance management – Own and lead all controlling processes (mid- and long-term planning, budgeting, reporting, forecasting, analysis) for R&D, regulatory, PV and medical functions (sco
  • pe)Transversal Cost Reporting – Establish process to budget, optimize and control transversal costs, FTEs and CAPEX for the functions in scope globa
  • llyR&D Pipeline reporting – Track, monitor, budget and report R&D pipeline spend and status on a project basis together with respective milestone payme
  • ntsSteering, Guiding and Control of Affiliates – Guide affiliate/country Controlling and Finance personnel across the Group. Control and challenge affiliate’s financial processes, budgeting and reporting with regards to headcounts, costs and CAPEX in scope. Ensure that data quality meets GR expectati
  • onsStandardization across GR Group – Develop and own Group Functional Cost Controlling Manual with regards to controlling R&D spend, regulatory, PV and Medical costs, related FTE and CAPEX. Manage their Controlling standardization agenda across GR Group. Ensure that Global IFRS Chart of Accounts properly reflects the relevant expense categories and is globally adhered to in financial report
  • ingSystems – Establish and operate controlling system solutions for the activities in scope that result in a high level of automation and simplificat
  • ionSAP S4 Implementation – Oversee concept design and implementation of R&D, regulatory, PV and Medical spend transversal reporting in SAP S4 environm
  • entNew Planning & Reporting Software and Architecture Implementation – Contribute to the concept design and implementation of a new Planning and Reporting software (for R&D pipeline and for functional costs in sco
  • pe)Support to Group Initiatives – Provide support to Group strategic initiatives (e.g. Spectra, etc.) with data, analytics and financial insig
  • htsDrive Efficiencies – Drive functional cost and headcount efficiencies globally for the activities in scope and disseminate best practi
  • cesBusiness partnering – Partner with Group Heads of Functions in scope, Group CFO, Global Head of Controlling and other key stakeholders to achieve business objectives and influence strategic or operational decisi
  • onsManagement Reporting – Prepare and/or support preparation of relevant Committee materials and other analyses for Executive Managem
  • entGroup Controlling Transformation Agenda – As part of the wider Group Controlling Leadership Team, actively support and contribute to GR global Controlling transformation and upgr

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Qualifications &Language Sk

  • illsMasters degree in Economics or Business from a reputable university is required. Further qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA or CPA would be a
  • plusFluent written and spoken English and Hungarian is a

must
Professional Exper

  • ienceMinimum 5 years of progressive professional experience gained in Budgeting, Management Reporting or Financial Controlling roles at large and complex multinational companies (e.g. FMCG, chemicals, pharma, etc.), of which minimum 5 years in managerial posi
  • tionsHQ and/or multi-affiliate and multi-country experience is req
  • uiredHands-on experience in managing large businesses’ G&A or functional cost base in an SAP enviro
  • nmentExperience in SAP implementation and integration of newly acquired or greenfield production sites is an adva
  • ntagePrior work experience in R&D budgeting, accounting and financial management in a life sciences company is a definite

plus
Required capabilities and

  • skillsHands-on experience in developing and managing controlling or performance management systems for functional costs, CAPEX and hea
  • dcountThorough understanding of IFRS, HAS as well as consolidation, cost allocation and management reporting prin
  • ciplesHighly analytical mindset and advanced problem-solving
  • skillsAchievement oriented with a “can do” attitude, high level of
  • energyProficiency in financial systems and budgeting/reporting
  • toolsBusiness
  • acumenAt ease with navigating and influencing in a multinational envir
  • onmentAdvanced presentation preparation
  • skillsExcellent communication skills, able to explain complex issues in simplistic
  • termsManagerial qualities, able to manage, coach and motivate direct r
  • eportsCollaborative

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What w

  • e offerCompetitive Compensation: In addition to your base salary, enjoy a generous benefits package including cafeteria allowance, pension fund contribution, life and accident insurance, and employee stock o
  • ptions.Health & Well-being: We support your well-being with comprehensive healthcare programs, access to in-house medical services, and private health ins
  • urance.Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home two days
  • a week.Family Support: Take advantage of company-run holiday resorts, free sports facilities (including pool, gym, and courts), school-start support, and an in-house kinder
  • garten.Continuous Learning: Advance your skills with ongoing professional development and training pr

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