Title:  DEPUTY MANAGER

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designation:    Business Finance

Job Location:   Bangalore

Department:     Finance & Accounts

About Syngene

Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene’ s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

Job Purpose:  This role will serve as a dedicated business partner for Discovery Services for driving focus on the division financial management, cost to serve and adherence to plan.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Be the advisor to the Operating Unit Head(s) and guide them for making financially sound decisions 
• Work on data analytics and data models to support data-based decision making 
• Business forecasting: drive the planning process for the business segment
• Expense management: creating expense accountability – linking delivery to spend
• Variance analysis of revenue and costs
• Provide in depth analysis of customer profitability and project profitability on periodic basis
• Drive proactive inventory and debtors management for the business
• Drive implementation of cost optimization programs
• Ad hoc analysis to support senior management
• Pricing and viability models for all deals: prepare business cases for investment/capex proposals
• Gate keeper for investment decisions. Ensure proper approvals are taken and documented as per DOA
• Participate in revenue forecasting process and partner with Project management team to deliver revenue predictability and revenue assurance
• Participate in monthly meetings and present the updates and key focus areas
• Follow environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace ensuring individual and lab/plant safety
• Ensure environment, health, and safety (EHS) measures are imparted via training and adhered within the team

Educational Qualification:

• CA/ CFA/ MBA Finance

Technical/functional Skills:

• Expertise in MS Office tools – advanced MS Excel; MS Power point; MS Access; Analytic Tools
• Strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills and attention to detail and proactive;
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrates resilience and leadership when handling challenge / difficult conversations;
• Working knowledge of ERP (preferably SAP – FICO and BPC Modules) will be an advantage.

Experience:

• Excellent performance record with 3 - 5 years of work experience in Business Finance or FP&A in reputed organizations.
• Exposure to pharma sector will be an advantage.

Behavioral Skills:

• Must have the ability to work under constant deadline and manage multiple projects across multiple lines of business
• Self-starter and team player
• Demonstrated proactive approach to problem solving
• Strong organization skills with ability to perform, prioritize multiple task seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with stakeholders
• Ability to exercise good judgement in various situations with strong written, verbal communication and presentation skills

Equal Opportunity Employer:

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.