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BPA Manager
BioNTech SEBPA Manager leading financial planning and analysis for BioNTech's operations in Shanghai. Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and compliance in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for BNT China, with a focus on pharmaceutical operations.
- Analyze financial results, variances, and business drivers; provide actionable insights and recommendations to management.
- Prepare and present monthly management reports, dashboards, and business reviews.
- Support strategic initiatives, scenario modeling, and investment analysis.
- Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations and internal controls.
- Plan and forecast local R&D activities (e.g., GDO function, local CRO activities of BNT programs, etc.).
- Prepare monthly actual reporting and ad-hoc analysis with the business.
- Track actual costs and monitor budgets for local spend, especially for R&D and clinical operations.
- Act as the local finance business partner to the country head, providing financial guidance and support for decision-making.
- Work closely with the Global Planning & Reporting team on processes (budgeting, forecasting, quarterly reporting, etc.) and with the Global Finance Business Partner R&D team regarding financial steering of R&D business.
- Lead or support SAP implementation, upgrades, and process optimization projects within the finance function.
- Ensure accurate data integration, reporting, and compliance in SAP, especially for pharmaceutical R&D and Clinical operational activities.
- Drive automation and digitalization initiatives to enhance efficiency and transparency in financial planning and reporting.
- Collaborate with GDO, operations, and functional teams to drive cross-functional alignment on financial targets, KPIs, and resource allocation.
- Support business case development and post-investment reviews.
- Provide financial training and guidance to non-finance stakeholders.
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A, business planning, or controlling roles, experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry is a must.
- Proven experience with SAP (preferably SAP FICO or SAP S/4HANA), including system implementation or process optimization.
- Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills; proficiency in English and Mandarin.
- Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with pharmaceutical R&D finance is highly desirable.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
- Experience working with global teams and supporting R&D or clinical operations is a plus.
Benefits
Comp & perks- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible working hours
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Hard Skills & Tools
BudgetingForecastingFinancial ModelingVariance AnalysisComplianceData IntegrationCost TrackingInvestment AnalysisScenario ModelingReporting
Soft Skills
Communication SkillsDetail-OrientedProactiveAbility To Manage Multiple Priorities