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Job Summary

The Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Business Partner understands Otsuka’s business strategy.

The Manager R&D Finance is responsible for the working in a cross functional workplace while supporting the financially focused culture throughout the organization. As a FP&A Business Partner specializing in R&D Finance, you will play a critical role in developing and managing budgets, reviewing, and supporting forecasting, providing framework and analytics for investment prioritizations, providing day-to-day support and strategic analysis for short/long-term investment decisions to drive the success of the R&D organization.

The successful FP&A Business Partner acts as a champion for the business, monitoring the effect of business decisions on Otsuka’s financials and advises senior management appropriately.

Job Description

Financial Planning and Analysis:

+ Partner with the R&D functional/assets teams to prepare Annual Budgets and Forecast, Short Term and Long-Term Plans.

+ Track performance against targets by preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages for asset/functional leaders, project leadership, and department managers including identifying risks/opportunities and potential mitigation plans.

+ Present the monthly/quarterly results and periodic forecasts to various stakeholders

+ Manage monthly close processes for functional areas/R&D assets

+ Responsible for any collaboration external reporting, consolidated management reporting, and any reporting to the parent company

+ Analyze and report on key financial and operational performance indicators to facilitate strategic decision-making.

+ Identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation.

+ Monitor and analyze spending patterns, variances, and financial performance, highlighting areas of concern or improvement.

+ Provides input on CRO proposals/budgets along with managing relationship as it relates to Financial deliverables

Business Partnering/Stakeholder Management/People Management

+ Work closely with R&D asset/functional teams including cross-functional teams to understand their financial needs and objectives, including gaining an understanding of the clinical asset portfolio.

+ Provide financial guidance and support to help drive initiatives, evaluate business cases, and assess return on investment.

+ Build strong relationships with key stakeholders (within Finance as well as across the business)

+ Contribute to the preparation of financial presentations for executive leadership

Process Improvement and Optimization:

+ Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies in financial planning, reporting, and analysis.

+ Implement best practices and standardize financial processes across the R&D assets and functional departments.

+ Proactively assess and mitigate financial risks and develop contingency plans as needed.

+ Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and financial policies.

Qualifications

Knowledge/Experience and Skills

+ Minimum BS/BA degree in business/finance/accounting, or closely related field of study

+ Minimum 5 years’ Finance experience, Pharmaceutical industry and R&D experience a plus

+ Proficiency with computer technology & MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) as well as Anaplan, Essbase, PowerBI and SAP reporting (AFO and SAC)

+ Superior interpersonal, communication and influencing skills with a keen focus on business partnering is required

+ Ability to multitask and prioritize work independently, take initiative and complete tasks to deadlines

+ Experience working in a team based, matrix organization as a financial business partner preferred

+ Experience working globally, particularly with Japan, a plus

+ Must be open and flexible to the changing environment

+ Able to contribute innovative ideas and implement improvements

Educational Qualifications

+ Finance/Accounting BS degree required, MBA a plus

Competencies

**Accountability for Results -** Stay focused on key strategic objectives, be accountable for high standards of performance, and take an active role in leading change.

**Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving -** Make decisions considering the long-term impact to customers, patients, employees, and the business.

**Patient & Customer Centricity -** Maintain an ongoing focus on the needs of our customers and/or key stakeholders.

**Impactful Communication -** Communicate with logic, clarity, and respect. Influence at all levels to achieve the best results for Otsuka.

**Respectful Collaboration -** Seek and value others’ perspectives and strive for diverse partnerships to enhance work toward common goals.

**Empowered Development -** Play an active role in professional development as a business imperative.

Come discover more about Otsuka and our benefit offerings; https://www.otsuka-us.com/careers-join-otsuka .

Disclaimer:

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the people assigned to this position. It is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. Otsuka reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

Otsuka is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, national origin, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation, if you are unable or limited in your ability to apply to this job opening as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Accommodation Request ([email protected]) .

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