Team Lead FP&A (m/f/o) - Remote work possible from Germany

We are looking for a Team Lead FP&A (m/f/o), (Remote work possible from Germany) to strengthen our very capable Finance & ITS Team in Germany.

What Would Be Your Main Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two FP&A Analysts, fostering both professional growth and technical expertise.
• Create a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and business partnership.
• Set clear objectives, monitor performance, and provide regular coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.
• Promote knowledge sharing and cross-functional collaboration within the Finance and wider business teams.

Financial Planning & Analysis:

• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes.
• Deliver insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast targets, identify key variances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Partner with business units to provide financial planning, performance management, and reporting support.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices across financial planning and analysis processes.
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and integrity of financial and operational data used for decision-making.

Data Analytics & Business Intelligence

• Oversee the development, enhancement, and maintenance of data models, dashboards, reporting systems, and performance metrics within the Power BI environment.
• Translate complex data into actionable insights for management and business stakeholders.
• Provide training, guidance, and support to non-technical managers to increase data literacy and self-service reporting capabilities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization to understand business needs and deliver effective analytical solutions.
• Identify opportunities to streamline financial and business processes through automation and digitalization.
• Lead process automation initiatives in collaboration with commercial and cross-functional teams, leveraging Power Automate and related technologies.
• Drive efficiency improvements, reduce manual effort, and enhance reporting capabilities through innovative solutions.

What you’ll bring:

·      Degree in Business Administration/Economics/Finance/Accounting

·      10+ years of professional experience in areas of controlling (FP&A) /audit/accounting and data analytics in fast paced environment

·  2-3 years experience in a leadership role

·       Proficiency in MS Office, advanced user of Excel, PowerBI, Copilot

·       International experience is a big plus

·       Fluency in English (fluency in German is nice to have)

·       Comfortable with a fast-paced, dynamic, high-pressure environment

·       Strong communication skills with ability to articulate the message precisely & concisely

·       Growth mindset with positive, energetic can-do attitude

·       Ability to work independently and be accountable for the work performed

·       Strong project management skills

It is crucial for us to have satisfied employees. Therefore, we can offer you the following:

• Permanent employment in a growing market of the future

• Daily challenges as well as a steep learning curve for individual development

• Competitive salary & benefits

• Great colleagues in an international work environment

• Strong team spirit and transparent communication

• A flat hierarchical structure

• Company pension plan

• A subsidized fitness program

• Smart home office/mobile office arrangement

• 30 days vacation plus days off between Christmas and New Year's Eve

We offer you the opportunity to grow as a finance professional by deepening & extending your knowledge not only in finance topics, but also commercial, pharma industry and IT areas.

Our Recruitment Process:

To be considered for this role, please apply in our Applicant tracking system and refrain from sending your CV via email. Upon the completion of sourcing (CV collection) period, all received application will be reviewed by our Recruitment experts and evaluated against the needs of the open role. Successful candidates will be contacted by our Recruiting experts for an initial screening interview during which further details about the selection process will be shared. Successful candidates will progress to interviews with line managers, while not selected candidates will be informed in a written form as soon as possible.

Diversity is a fact. Inclusion is an act @Zentiva

At Zentiva, we are a team of 5000 unique talents bonded together by our purpose to provide health and well-being for all generations. We strive daily to create a work culture where everyone feels appreciated, can be their true selves, and contribute to the best of their ability. Seeking for a balanced team across the company, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates with various educational and industry experiences, cultural or ethnical backgrounds, and different life experiences or abilities, regardless of their religious or philosophical beliefs or whomever they choose to love.

Join our winning team! Be part of our winning culture! Be Zentiva!