Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) - Allergan : Job Details

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Job Summary:

The Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) plays a key role within the Canadian affiliate, blending strategic insights with hands-on financial management. Reporting directly to the Planning Controller, this position helps steer strategic financial planning and detailed operational activities. A versatile skill set is required to drive financial success through effective plan execution, improved operational efficiencies, and accurate financial analysis and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Assist in developing and executing comprehensive financial planning cycles, including Plans, Updates, LBEs, and LRP.
  • Support strategic initiatives by delivering detailed financial analyses, presenting insights, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
  • Manage daily FP&A operations, ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting and deliverables.
  • Prepare and deliver precise financial reports and dashboards that enable informed decision-making by senior leaders.
  • Conduct variance analysis, offering actionable insights to bolster financial operations.
  • Develop and implement metrics that align with strategic goals to improve operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate on finance transformation projects to implement best practices in financial systems.
  • Serve as a trusted financial advisor, building strong working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Coach and mentor FP&A Senior Analysts, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.
  • Support the Planning Controller with strategic and operational responsibilities, acting as a critical partner.
  • Conduct ad hoc analyses and participate in special projects, supporting the Planning Controller and senior leadership.
  • This position will have a Financial Analyst reporting to them

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional designation preferred (CA, CGA, CMA, or MBA).
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, BPC), and Microsoft Excel; proficiency in Power BI is an asset.
• Experience in the bio-pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is preferred.
• Proven ability to work with senior leadership and communicate complex financial insights effectively.
• Experience leading or mentoring teams and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leader and keen collaborator with a strong sense of ownership.
• Excellent organizational skills to set and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong initiative and inquisitive mindset.
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to generate ideas, challenge the status quo, and drive innovation to reality.

This role requires a 3 days in office (minimum) presence, our offices are based in Ville Saint-Laurent, Montreal.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply.

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