BPA Manager, R&D COEs

BPA Manager R&D COEs

Location: Mexico City (Hybrid)

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers. We foster an inclusive culture and are looking for diverse, talented people to join Alcon.

As a BPA Manager R&D COEs supporting the R&D Finance Team, will provide analytical support, intelligently challenges status quo and simplify/standardize outcomes. The role is responsible for monthly variance analysis accompanying concise commentary, delivery of accurate Monthly business review/ presentations, and assessment of risks and opportunities. During planning cycles, the role will consult with global line functions and franchises as appropriate, as well as collaborating with local business partners to ensure proper allocation of resources, Opex and CapEx expenses.

In this role, a typical day will include:

Lead month end process for COE functions under scope, demonstrating business understanding, curiosity, and conveying explanations and actions in an effective manner

Lead forecasting, annual budgeting, Strat Plan and performance management processes

Act as Finance liaison with COEs key functional leads, as well as partnering with Clinical EUMDR team group to manage CRO spend; including review and approval of new contract.

Financial lead on CapEx process for EUMDR

Ensure adequate accounting, reporting and controlling systems are in place to reach adequate levels of forecast accuracy, to be able to timely identify and inform of potential risks and opportunities and to ensure delivery of productivity targets

Disciplined use of financial systems (ASPIRE, APMR, SAP, etc.) to manage and perform analytical analysis of financial results

Ownership and accountability of data integrity

Identify, prioritize, and lead process improvements to drive value creation

Support Director of Finance on special projects and ad-hoc analysis, etc.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO ALCON:

BS degree (5+ years of experience); MS degree (2+ years of experience) on finance or related

3-5 years of experience in a similar position.

Proficient in financial systems SAP and BI, with ability to identify and retrieve cost information at a granular level.

Prior finance operational experience with practical knowledge of relevant processes and shared service experience a plus

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-national, matrix organization, exhibiting leadership qualities

Excellent people and communication skills

Ability to critically review and improve initiative metrics

Problem solving mindset, with a strong passion for driving a simplification agenda

Ability to work in a very demanding and resource constraint environment

Proven track record for achievement, results-oriented

Excellent written and verbal English skills, along with quantitative, interpersonal, and analytical skills

HOW YOU CAN THRIVE AT ALCON:

Opportunity to join a growing, early-stage organization built within a mature, stable global company.

Friendly working environment and a diverse and highly motivated team

Individual career development plan and possible career growth within a newly created account

Truly international environment and daily interactions with colleagues and stakeholders from all over the world

Attractive benefits & compensation package

Flexible hours and remote work possibilities (min 3 days per week office-based)

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