Location: Netherlands

Industry: Pharmaceuticals (API / Formulations / Global Generics)

Experience: 6-15 Years

About the Company

We are a global pharmaceutical organization with strong capabilities across Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), formulations, and research & development. With a presence in regulated markets including the EU and US, the organization is committed to delivering high-quality, compliant, and affordable medicines worldwide.

Role Overview

The Head of Finace will be a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for driving the financial strategy, governance, and performance of the organization’s European operations, with a base in the Netherlands.

This role requires a seasoned finance leader with deep experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including exposure to regulated markets, complex supply chains, and global compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Leadership

Lead the overall financial strategy aligned with global business objectives
Partner with CFO and Board to drive long-term growth, profitability, and value creation
Provide strategic insights on investments, M&A opportunities, and expansion in EU markets

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling processes
Drive performance tracking and variance analysis across business units
Ensure robust financial planning aligned with commercial and operational goals

Compliance & Regulatory Governance

Ensure compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS) and local Dutch regulations
Maintain strong internal controls and corporate governance frameworks
Oversee financial compliance related to pharmaceutical regulations and pricing structures

Global Pharma Finance Operations

Manage financial aspects of API and formulation businesses, including costing, margins, and pricing strategies
Support supply chain finance, inventory management, and working capital optimization
Drive cost efficiency without compromising quality or compliance

Risk Management & Controls

Develop and implement enterprise risk management frameworks
Ensure proactive identification and mitigation of financial, operational, and compliance risks
Oversee audit processes (internal & external) and ensure audit readiness

Investor Relations & Stakeholder Management

Engage with investors, banks, auditors, and regulatory authorities
Support fundraising, financing strategies, and capital structuring
Present financial performance and strategic outlook to the Board

Team Leadership

Build and lead high-performing finance teams across geographies
Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
Mentor senior finance leaders and ensure succession planning

Qualifications & Experience

Chartered Accountant / CPA / MBA Finance or equivalent
6-15 years of progressive finance leadership experience
Strong experience in the pharmaceutical industry (API / formulations)
Proven exposure to EU markets, preferably based in the Netherlands
Experience handling USFDA / EMA regulated environments
Demonstrated success in managing large-scale finance operations and transformation initiatives

Key Skills & Competencies

Strategic thinking and business acumen
Strong knowledge of IFRS and global compliance standards
Expertise in pharma cost structures and supply chain finance
Leadership and stakeholder management at Board level
Risk management and governance expertise
High level of integrity and decision-making capability

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