Head of Finance

Company: Takeda Pharmaceutical
Location: Round Lake
Posted on: September 19, 2022

Job Description:

By clicking the ---Apply--- button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda---s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description This role will be the Finance lead for our Round Lake, IL facility, approximately 50 miles from Chicago, IL. The overall responsibility for this role will be to improve and maintain all aspects of the financial management and reporting systems while working together with the site business partners to provide financial insight and direction as we grow our capacity at the site. This is a critical role within the site leadership team to help create value for our patients. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Owns the monthly financial review processes with reporting, analysis of variances and action planning. Works with internal customers to understand their reporting needs and deliver clear financial reports and in process KPI---s that allows teams to proactively deliver their team goals. Review and approve project controls reporting. Provide transparency and reporting of risk and contingency. Develop the 3-year financial plan (MRP) for the site for operations to include product volumes material costs, and overhead Develop in depth understanding of financial systems being used and how it affects financial reporting. Establish and manage the Internal Control Platform working with corporate accounting, Global Business Services and internal audit ensuring all corporate governance standards (e.g. Sarbanes-Oxley), local regulatory requirements and corporate finance and accounting policies, practices and procedures are met. Lead execution of financial planning processes for the organization, including but not limited to: forecasts, budgeting, mid-range plan. Finance Lead is responsible for meeting targeted site and Global Manufacturing and Supply (GMS) Finance objectives, ensuring department objectives are aligned, translated to all and visually managed to drive efficiency. Drive the capital policy, evaluate new capital requirements and participate to the project prioritization. Sustained performance through lean leadership, robust learning and development planning, organization talent reviews and communication planning. Create an environment of right first time in everything that we do through a focus on principles of lean, including simplification, standard work, visual management and a learning organization. Responsible for timely updates of site achievements and challenges. Actively working cross functionally to maintain a highly effective and productive end to end approach across our business. Responsible for ensuring compliance with legal, EHS and all Takeda policies and procedures which are applicable to the site. Role model the behaviors that creates a culture of integrity, fairness, honesty, and perseverance in line with the Takeda Values of Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business. Qualifications Ability to translate the vision and goals of the company and site to the Finance team. Enterprise mindset to ensure the right prioritization for the site. Excellent influencing/collaboration skills and teamwork mindset. Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to challenge the status quo with a continuous improvement mindset. Proven ability in using a wide variety of lean tools and building capability within teams. Change agent who will support the organization with good change management tools and techniques. Strong Talent Developer with a focus on creating a continuous learning organization through active coaching. Effective communicator with a proven ability to grow talent and future leaders. Promoting a culture where diversity and inclusion is part of the DNA. Identifying and communicating risks in area of responsibility and across the site. Creating strategies and plans to manage risk within Finance. For continuous improvement, collaborates with Business Excellence peers across the Plasma business unit in Takeda and through external forums to drive business excellence across the site and champion business case development to support prioritization of the highest value to the patient. Education and/or experience Bachelor---s degree in Finance or accounting. MBA or CPA preferred. 8 years operational finance experience in a manufacturing operation (biotechnology, pharmaceutical or medical Devices) Proven people leader with demonstrated ability to develop and grow capability in individuals and teams. 3 years of management experience. Strong analytical skills with working knowledge of GAAP accounting principles. Strong working knowledge of financial and non-financial metrics and product costing. Physical Demands In general, the position requires a combination of sedentary work and walking around observing conditions in the facility. Working Environment General office environment Must be able to work overtime as required. Inside working conditions. 5% travel This posting excludes Colorado applicants. GMSGQ ZR1 LI-LA1 EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations USA - IL - Round Lake - Drug Delivery Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

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