Head of Global Financial Planning & Reporting
At a glance
Director-level FP&A role at Gedeon Richter. Budapest.
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What you'll do
- Direct group-wide planning cycles, forecasts, budgets and management reports
- Explain financial variances to executives and oversee cost, WCR and KPI controls
- Make planning and reporting processes consistent, then roll out improved systems
- Support investor relations, Board and ExCom materials, and integrate M&A activity
- Build the FP&R function and guide its Budapest-based team
What you bring
- At least fifteen years in planning, budgeting, management reporting or controlling at large listed multinationals
- Seven or more years in senior leadership, with headquarters and multi-country or multi-affiliate experience
- A master’s in economics or business, plus fluent spoken and written English and Hungarian
- Hands-on expertise with SAP for budgets and management reporting
Who this fits
This Budapest-based director position suits a senior finance leader with multinational experience who can guide a large, diverse team. You’ll manage two direct reports and oversee a Budapest team of more than ten. The role includes home office two days a week and flexible hours.
From the employer
Join the professional team of the Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region!
We do not base our success on the great deeds of lonely heroes. At Richter, we believe in active co-operation - within and outside the teams. We know how to collaborate effectively and respectfully with professionals of different fields, disciplines, and organisational units.
Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position
Head of Global Financial Planning & Reporting
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General Scope
- The Head of Group Financial Planning & Reporting (FP&R) is a newly created role responsible for leading global planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting across the Gedeon Richter Group.
- Gedeon Richter is a Budapest‑headquartered, publicly listed global pharmaceutical group with EUR 2.4bn revenues, 11,000+ employees, and operations in 50+ markets (2024 YE).
- The role will elevate Group FP&R through process standardization, capability development, and the implementation of modern planning and reporting systems.
- The position plays a key role in supporting the Group’s 2023–2035 growth strategy and driving improved cEBIT margins by 2030.
- Reporting to the Global Head of Controlling, the role manages two direct reports and oversees a 10+ person Group FP&R team based in Budapest.
Responsibilities
- Lead Group planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
- Deliver accurate reporting, variance analysis, and executive insight
- Drive cost, WCR, KPI control and business partnering
- Standardize processes and implement advanced planning/reporting tools
- Support IR, Board/ExCom materials, M&A integration
- Lead and develop the Group FP&R function
Qualifications and language skills
Master’s degree in Economics or Business from a reputable university Professional certifications (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) are an advantage Fluent English and Hungarian, written and spoken, are requiredRequirements
- 15+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning, Budgeting, Management Reporting or Controlling within large, complex multinational listed companies
- 7+ years in senior leadership roles, managing large, diverse teams
- Proven HQ and multi‑country / multi‑affiliate experience
- Strong hands‑on expertise in SAP‑based budgeting and management reporting
- Experience with group‑wide planning and reporting system implementations is an advantage
Key Skills & Competencies
- Hands‑on experience in group budgeting and annual planning
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, HAS, consolidation, cost allocation and management reporting
- High proficiency in financial systems and planning/reporting tools
- Analytical, strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
- Proven ability to lead change in a complex, multinational environment
- Strong business acumen, achievement‑oriented, high‑energy mindset
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex topics
- Effective people leader with a collaborative style and high integrity
What we offer
- Extensive benefits package (cafeteria, stock program, private life insurance)
- Home office opportunity (2 days /week)
- Flexible working hours
- Training and development opportunities
- In-house medical services and Medicover service
- Various sports opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM)
- Challenging, responsible professional work
- Long-term employment
- Innovative and secure workplace
The Richter community is looking forward to your application.
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