Finance Controller

STADA Group

. Partner with the Finance Director to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeWarsaw • PolandSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. Proficient in utilizing Power BI for data visualization and reporting, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.

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Financial Planning And AnalysisBudgeting And ForecastingPower BI Dashboard DevelopmentP&L ManagementLeadership And Team Development

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingCost And Profitability ControllingVariance AnalysisRevenue RecognitionKPI DevelopmentAccrual MethodologiesCash Flow ManagementMonth-End CloseERP SystemsAdvanced Microsoft Excel

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsAttention To Detail

Tools & Technologies

Power BISAP

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAACCACIMAMaster's Degree In Finance

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalConsumer HealthFMCGFinancial ComplianceRevenue Leakage

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with the Finance Director to develop and execute financial strategies aligned with business goals
Provide financial insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making and long-term planning
Lead initiatives to improve EBITDA and overall financial performance across net revenue, cost of goods, SG&A and working capital
Own budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning and financial reporting processes
Analyze financial results, identify variances and recommend corrective actions
Ensure cash flow management and oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including monthly close and revenue recognition
Run cost and profitability controlling, including cost centre ownership, SG&A reviews and profitability analysis by product, customer and channel
Set and review accrual methodologies for rebates, bonuses, promotions and returns, and reconcile them to actual settlements
Lead adoption and implementation of reporting tools and systems
Design and run monthly management reporting packs and KPI sets
Build and maintain Power BI dashboards for P&L, profitability, SG&A and cash
Present trends, risks and opportunities with recommendations to the country leadership team
Collaborate with Commercial and cross-functional teams on business cases, pricing and promotional activities
Maintain the gross-to-net waterfall and identify revenue leakage and low-return investments
Conduct post-promotion and post-contract reviews
Support price increase and launch pricing proposals with financial modelling
Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements
Identify and mitigate financial risks
Work with Legal and Compliance on pharmaceutical, competition and anti-corruption requirements
Lead and develop one direct report

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or Business Management
Minimum 7 years of experience in finance and business management, including collaboration with commercial functions
At least 5 years in financial planning and analysis and controlling roles
Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, month-end close and financial reporting
Strong understanding of P&L management and financial modeling
Experience with KPI sets, management reports and Power BI dashboards
Working knowledge of net revenue levers and rebate and promotion accruals in pharma, consumer health or FMCG
Experience with ERP systems; SAP preferred
Advanced Microsoft Excel and Power BI skills
Experience managing or mentoring at least one person
Master's degree or CPA/ACCA/CIMA preferred
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Fluent in Polish and English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time permanent employment
Opportunities to work collaboratively in a global team