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As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and analytical individual to join our Global Marketing and Commercial Services (GMCS) Center of Excellence (COE) team as a Graduate Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Analyst.

The GMCS organisation establishes our business as one cohesive entity with a shared customer-centric approach to animal health solutions enabling us to build best-in-class commercial capabilities, supporting all species and strengthening our functional expertise. Moreover, this structure facilitates a consistent approach to digital customer engagement, enabling us to create best-in-class digital experiences and fully leverage data across our organization, globally.

Job Overview

Reporting directly to the FP&A Lead and working closely with the FP&A team, the Graduate FP&A Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting financial planning, analysis, and reporting functions.

This role is part of our two-year rotational graduate program, providing exposure to various business units within the GMCS organization, including Companion Animals, Livestock, Commercial & Digital (responsible for integrating our Biopharmaceuticals and Technology Solutions commercial support initiatives), R&D and Manufacturing of Technology Solutions products. This program aims to develop well-rounded professionals with a deep understanding of finance business partnering across different areas of our business.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts for the GMCS division, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to deadlines.
  • Conduct financial analysis to evaluate marketing and commercial performance, identify trends, and recommend strategies for improvement.
  • Collaborate with business partners from different units (Companion Animals, Livestock, Commercial & Digital, R&D, etc.) to gather financial data, validate information, and provide insights for decision-making.
  • Develop and maintain financial models and dashboards to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across various business units.
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial presentations for senior management and stakeholders across the organization.
  • Support ad hoc financial projects (e.g. SAP implementation, financial flows etc.) and provide analysis and recommendations as required.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with complex financial data from multiple sources.
  • Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel and Business Intelligence (BI) tools (e.g., PowerBI) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with financial planning and reporting tools/software is a plus (e.g. SAP BPC, Oracle FCCS).

How to Apply

Please complete the online application form, uploading your CV and a cover letter (in one document) answering this question:

  • What has motivated you to apply to our company and why this role (Up to 400 words)?

Our standard early talent recruitment process is: An online application, an online assessment and then a final assessment.

Provisional final assessment dates will be held from November 2023

Deadline: 18th October 11:59pm.

PLEASE NOTE: the role may close before this deadline if over-subscribed so please apply as soon as possible.

Next Steps: In the event of your successful progression to the next stage, one of our early talent team will contact you within two - three weeks of the application closing date.

Start/End Date

Summer 2024 – Summer 2026. Throughout the 24-month scheme you will receive guidance and mentoring to not only help you through your current role, but also to prepare you for applications to permanent roles within the organisation, with the aim that you will hopefully continue your career journey with our company

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Company Overview

We are a global biopharmaceutical leader committed to enhancing the lives of individuals through a diverse portfolio of prescription medicines, oncology treatments, life-saving vaccines, and animal health products. Our unwavering dedication to delivering innovative solutions is the driving force behind everything we do. With a team of over 70,000 employees spread across 140+ countries, we offer state-of-the-art laboratories and inspiring offices designed to foster growth and development in our team members.

With 125+ years of service and a record of being one of the world's foremost investors in research and development, we take pride in our legacy of cultivating breakthrough advances that shape the future of healthcare.