To lead the FRA function within a country across divisions OR lead an FRA service line/ process/ area/ technology and ensure end-to-end service delivery to all Novartis divisions

• Apply functional knowledge to optimize outcomes for major global projects. Develop a unified cross-process strategy and governance framework.
• Implement the global governance, strategy, and integration framework and roadmap. Drive strategic planning with GPO heads.
• Lead LDC integration topics. Develop the consolidated GPO (and Finance Core) roadmap. Lead cross-process transformations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for transformational changes.
• Manage cross-functional and cross-process dependencies. Own GPO process performance balance scorecard. Drive value creation opportunities.
• Provide creative solutions to complex operational issues. Incorporate innovation to improve FRA accuracy and control. Drive cross-process programs, enablement and integration.
• Resolve critical operational issues. Interpret complex information for FRA planning. Represent FRA consistently across Novartis group.
• Introduce industry perspective based on best practices .Agree on optimal solutions with leadership team. Maintain strong internal and external relationships.
• Implement all Novartis policies, standards. Deliver high quality operational FRA processes.

Essential

• University/Advanced degree. Certified Public Accountant/Chartered Management Accountant (or equivalent) is required.
• More than 10 years of experience in relevant finance roles and leading position in Accounting, Reporting and / or Finance Operations (Process)
• Excellent communication skills, able to engage and influence beyond FRA community and to drive stakeholder management in a changing environment
• Extensive experience in operational excellence, business analysis, process improvement, risk management and change management

Desirable 

• Experience working effectively in a complex matrix organization
• Proactive, result orientated and with a strong customer centric attitude
• Significant experience managing or working with a Shared Service Center
• Demonstrated analytical, process-oriented, performance and data driven mindset. Ability to understand situations, interdependencies and challenges holistically