Finance Controller

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. Getting ahead means preventing disease as well as treating it, and we aim to impact the health of 2.5 billion people around the world in the next 10 years. 

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged, and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together. 

Currently, we are looking experienced candidates for a position of Finance Controller. Please find details below. If you are interested in the role – apply and join our GSK Finance Hub – Europe!

Your responsibilities:

• Accountable for the reporting of financial results for the entities they are responsible for, with commentary including income, balance sheet and cash flow which is accurate and complete.
• Manage all aspects of the financial month end review process, including OE and Headcount reporting requirements, facilitating month end meetings, maintaining risk register & co-ordinating with all external partners.
• Ensure all aspects of the Inventory & Profit transfer release are well managed and P&L reporting is accurate
• Perform variance analysis for Balance Sheet, Operating expenses, Margins and Profitability, review financial information against historical run rates and future growth plans.
• Participate & contribute into business reviews meetings as appropriate
• Owns the Entity balance sheet including write off / back decisions
• Ensure business complies with all aspects of the internal / external financial control environment, including published accounting papers and policies
• Sign-off of statutory results with in-market FD

Why you:

Basic Qualifications:

• Accounting degree or qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Finance controlling experience (min.5 years)
• Experience of working with SOX
• Experience of working with SAP
• Fluent English (minimum C1)
• Excellent communication and organization skills
• Developed analytical skills
• Outside of the box thinking and problem-solving skills Preferred Qualifications:
• SSC experience

What we offer:

• We are a high performing talented team who support our businesses in making the right decisions and driving GSK Finance towards best-in-class
• Career with purpose - whatever it is you’re doing, you’ll be sharing in our mission to improve the quality of human life, by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer
• Contributing to creation of development strategy for the set financial department
• Leading key projects regarding to set financial area
• Competitive salary, annual bonus plan
• Healthcare benefits (medical care, life insurance, pension scheme, sports card, recreation allowance, social fund, preventive healthcare services)
• Career at one of the leading global healthcare companies
• Supportive & friendly working environment
• Corporate culture based on our values: patient focus, integrity, respect and transparency

Inclusion & Diversity at GSK: 

Inclusion and diversity at GSK are key for our success. Here, you will thrive through bringing your unique experiences to both our company and the recruitment process. We want you to be you, feel good and keep growing your career. GSK is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants will travel through a transparent recruitment journey that adheres to all required employment standards and regulations. Beyond this, we commit to our values of integrity and respect towards every applicant. We want to hear from you and support with any adjustments that you may require during the recruitment process. Please get in touch with our Recruitment Team (pl.recruitment-adjustments@gsk.com) to further discuss this today. We will request equal opportunities information from you and whilst disclosure is optional, we encourage you to be open, enabling us to monitor the inclusivity of our recruitment practices for the benefit of everyone. Your data will remain confidential, is never shared with our Hiring Managers and never affects the status of your application.

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.