BPA Manager

Job Title: BPA Manager
Location: Indianapolis (2-3 days onsite and rest remote)

Purpose
To support the Site Finance Head in analyzing the site Finance KPI's by the development of robust financial planning & detailed tracking processes, driving day-to-day process improvement by ensuring strict compliance with NAM/TechOps Accounting Manual in close collaboration with Finance teams in the Operations Centers and Financial Service Centers with providing insightful and valuable analysis and decision support to the management team.

Major Accountabilities
Provide management with accurate, relevant business analysis to support monthly operational reviews and adhoc requests.
Provide input for special projects and initiatives for the site
Performs analysis to evaluate business risks or opportunities; makes recommendations on how to mitigate risks and seize opportunities. Ensures ongoing business performance is monitored and measured and drives early warning for re-direction of resources if necessary
Ensures integrity of data provided by manufacturing teams and provides valuable analysis; provide recommendations of improving forecast accuracy.
Provides well-managed and quality financial analysis to improve business case proposals and profitability tracking
Supports the product costing process and explains changes vs previous standards
Provide accurate operational information and advice to support the annual budgeting, rolling forecast and Strategic Planning processes. Continually improve and streamline existing management reporting processes and support the definition and implementation of lean processes to meet the changing demands of the business.
Ensures NAM, TechOps accounting manual, FICO, SOX controls and the different SOPs are respected and applied where necessary.
Supports the FSC on any regulatory requirements
Supports RLT Hub and LDC Implementation
Support Site Finance Head, SLT and contributes to improved financial performance of the manufacturing site

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Site adheres to targets in terms of PCE, OpInc, CAPEX, FTE and other Financial KPIs
Internal customer satisfaction with the quality, relevance, and timeliness of financial analyses provided.
Reliability, timeliness, and accuracy of budgetary and financial forecasts.
Accuracy and effectiveness of the early-warning system and resulting actions

Ideal Background

Education & Qualification
University Degree in Business Administration (Accountancy preferred)
Language
English
Required Experiences
1-2+ years of experience in a GMP Biopharmaceutical environment
2-6+ years of experience in a Financial Management Role
Competencies
Excellent communication skills across various levels of the organization
Familiarity with financial reporting systems
Analytical thinking
Process improvement oriented
Technical / Function Skills & Knowledge
MS Office Software skills (Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint)
Familiarity with financial reporting systems (SAP, D365)
Excellent understanding of Compliance and Business Ethics
Ensures full financial compliance with NFCM process.
Drives compliance with NAM and Novartis Products Costing Manual and other applicable guidelines
Experience coordinating cross-functional projects.
Strong planning and time management skills.
Continuous improvement mindset.
High level of integrity, ownership, and commitment to confidentiality