head of finance

We are looking for a "Head Of Finance" for our client which is global pharmaceutical company.

Experience in life science (biotech/pharma) companies , start-up would be an advantage

Hands on working

The Head of Finance Turkey is responsible for Accounting Operations, Business Partnership and Financial Expert Services according to Finance Operating model

He/ she oversights the Payroll process

He/ she is a member of the Local Management Team as well as of the local Compliance Committe

The role that this position reports to General Manager Turkey

Maintains an accounting system to support the accurate presentation of financial information ensuring accurate and timely biannual statutory accounts are prepared in accordance with IFRS and Group Finance requirements, as well as annual local accounts that are compliant with Turkish tax and accounting legislation

Monitors month-end closing activities in compliance with AIFRS Gaap’s

Ensures appropriate tax and financial reporting are filed in compliance with local laws and regulations. Monitors the relationship with auditors local tax provider. Co-ordinate with Global Transfer Pricing team to ensure compliance with global and local tax regulations

Liaise with Global and Regional finance teams to provide analysis of Sales, Opex allocation, margins, profitability, working capital, and cash flows, as well as project financial analysis, that will facilitate the local management team in driving improved performance and making sensible and informed business decisions

Supports the development of the annual budget and strategic plan, and periodic forecasts through close coordination with local management and regional and global finance teams

Reviews and provides input on new investment proposals. Coordinates and/or works with Sourcing Manager to coordinate the purchase of equipment (Capex, Lease) and monitors costs

Manages annual general assembly of the affiliate based on local legal requirements, attends to the general assembly. Coordinates all legal advisory services and monitors cost

Experience in life science (biotech/pharma) companies and start-up would be an advantage

Master’s degree and/or public accounting certification (CPA) preferred. English fluent in both written and verbal communications

At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience as a leader in a financial discipline, preferably within a global matrix business environment

Experience in Finance Business partnering with commercial divisions (FP&A)

Experience working with external auditors required

Proven experience in leading a team and developing people