Affiliate Controller

Company Description

Abb Vie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit us at  Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, You Tube, Linked In and Tik Tok.

Reporting to the affiliate CFO, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and managing all aspects of financial operations, including Record-to-Report (RTR), Purchase-to-Pay (PTP), Tax, Accounting, and Statutory compliance. This role requires a strong understanding of financial principles, regulatory requirements, and exceptional leadership and managerial skills.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Financial Operations Management: Oversee and manage all financial operations, including RTR, PTP, Tax, Accounting, and Statutory compliance.
• Financial Reporting: Oversee the preparation and analysis of accurate and timely financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets and other financial reports.
• Internal Controls and Compliance: Develop and maintain robust internal control processes to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Tax Planning and Compliance: Work closely with the Tax Centre of Excellence (CoE) to ensure proper tax planning and compliance activities in adherence to local and international tax regulations.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with department heads to develop annual budgets and forecasts.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, and cross-functional teams.
• Team Management: Lead a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, mentoring, and performance management.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CMA) is preferred.
• Proven work experience as a Financial Controller or similar role in a multinational company, preferably pharmaceutical.
• Fluency in Greek and English.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, including US GAAP and local GAAP.
• In-depth knowledge of RTR, PTP, Tax, Accounting, and Statutory compliance processes.
• Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proactive attitude with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in financial systems and software, such as ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and advanced knowledge of MS Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• A’ Class accounting license would be considered a plus.
• High-level accuracy.
• Strong inter‑personal skills.
• Strong work ethic, problem solving, capable of multi‑tasking, excellent communication/interpersonal skills, collaborative with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Individual must be self‑motivated with great follow‑up skills and be able to work independently.
• The candidate needs to be commercially minded and have prior experience of working with commercial organizations.
• Excellent leadership, communication and team building skills as well as willingness to make difficult decisions.

Abb Vie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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