FRA (Financial, Reporting & Accounting) Head, China
At a glance
Mid-level Accounting role at BioNTech. Zhuhai.
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What you'll do
- Coordinate local month-, quarter- and year-end close work so reporting is completed on schedule
- Prepare financial statements and reporting packs for Group and SEC requirements
- Keep regional accounting aligned with PRC GAAP, IFRS, tax accounting rules and statutory duties
- Oversee internal controls, SOX/ICFR compliance, governance and risk management across the region
- Improve R2R and S2P processes, advise on accounting risks, and build your team’s capabilities
What you bring
- A finance or accounting bachelor’s degree, with at least fifteen years in finance or accounting roles
- Multinational healthcare experience, with expertise in PRC GAAP, IFRS, controls, audits and SAP
- Fluent English and Mandarin, plus leadership experience managing diverse teams
Who this fits
This is a senior team leadership role, with more than ten professionals reporting to you. You’ll report to the China CFO and work functionally with the Global FRA Head. The role is based in Shanghai and calls for fluent English and Mandarin.
From the employer
中国，上海 | 全职 | Job ID: 11772
About the Role:
As the FRA Head China, you will be the single point of accountability for all Financial Reporting & Accounting activities across BioNTech’s legal entities in the region. Reporting solidly to the China CFO and functionally to the Global FRA Head, you will lead a team of 10+ professionals while ensuring alignment with both local management and global standards. This executive role offers an exciting opportunity to drive financial integrity, compliance, and operational excellence within a highly regulated biopharma environment. You will play a critical role in supporting BioNTech’s mission by providing accurate financial insights and fostering collaboration with key stakeholders.
Your Contribution:
• Own the closing calendar and ensure timely completion of local month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting activities
• Lead preparation of accurate financial statements and reporting packages for Group and SEC purposes
• Ensure compliance with PRC GAAP, IFRS, tax-related accounting requirements, and statutory obligations
• Oversee governance, risk management, internal controls execution, and SOX/ICFR compliance within the region
• Drive standardization and continuous improvement in finance processes such as R2R (Record-to-Report) and S2P (Source-to-Pay)
• Partner with local management to address accounting risks early in business decisions while supporting new entity setups or restructurings
• Develop talent within your team through succession planning, training programs, and capability-building initiatives
A Good Match:
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA or CPA certification preferred
• 15+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles within multinational healthcare organizations
• Expertise in PRC GAAP, IFRS compliance, financial controls, audit processes, and SAP systems
• Proven leadership experience managing diverse teams to full potential within a biopharma or biotech setting
• Strong analytical mindset with an ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while driving operational excellence
• Fluent communication skills in English and Mandarin
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