Head of Financial Controlling

The Company is seeking a Head of Financial Controlling to oversee a range of critical financial functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading financial control, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering to facilitate strategic decision-making. This role involves managing monthly closing, financial control systems, and reporting processes, as well as maintaining accounting and controlling procedures in accordance with internal policies. The Head of Financial Controlling will also lead activities related to budgeting, forecasting, sales planning, and P&L review, and will be expected to analyze variances, KPIs, financial results, and spending commitments. Developing financial models and insights to support business decisions and partnering with leadership and department heads to enhance financial performance and processes are key aspects of the position. Applicants for the Head of Financial Controlling position at the company should have a Bachelor’s degree or above in accounting, finance, or business management, with a preference for a degree in a related field. A minimum of 5-10 years of working experience in FP&A within a multinational company is required, along with advanced skills in MS Excel. The role demands a professional level of proficiency in Japanese and a proficient level in English. While not mandatory, experience in the pharmaceutical industry is considered a plus. The ideal candidate will be adept at financial analysis, possess strong leadership and communication skills, and be capable of driving financial performance and process improvements through effective business partnering.