About the job

The role is part of a high performing team centered on Finance transformation and becoming a best-in-class Finance organization. 

The CAPEX Senior Controller is primarily responsible for the Capex and Asset management for the designated manufacturing sites and supports preparation of budgets and forecasts (Budget / T1 / T2 / Quarterly Landings / Rolling Forecast), monthly closings (sales & expense reviews, scorecards), project approval and tracking, and other financial planning & analysis activities on a timely basis. 

This position will work across a wide range of organizational stakeholders which include internal control, Global BU, manufacturing teams and Boost to ensure all internal and external factors are anticipated and properly accounted for in the Sites Finance Strategy.

Main responsibilities:

Oversee the proper opening and closing of capital projects each fiscal year 

Monthly reviews and monitoring of authorized spend vs. budget 

Ensure timely capitalization of projects  

Ensure periodic Capex reporting in different Sanofi tools  

Ensure FA Capitalization according to asset classification useful life 

Ensure proper tagging of physical assets

Ensure compliance with Group Methods & procedures to Asset management across designated region 

Reviews of work-in-process equipment 

Ensure compliance of local project accounting rules with Sanofi accounting guidelines and IFRS 

Maintain current knowledge of relevant Financial and Management accounting rules and Sanofi Group accounting procedures

 Partner effectively with function and procurement to achieve smart spending objectives by reducing external costs

Work effectively across multiple ERP systems, iShift, Shine, Oracle, etc., and reporting tools, Boost, etc., used in Manufacturing and Supply 

Increase Financial and business acumen

Ensure compliance with pertinent SOX controls 

Ensure compliance with all internal control requirements  

Promote simplification, efficiencies and improved ways of working across designated MnS sites and ensure best practice sharing 

Build strong partnerships with Finance Business Partners (FBP), promoting information-sharing and close collaboration to best support the functions locally and globally

Educate client groups on all aspects of financial policies and processes to ensure compliance  

Create a positive, supportive and inclusive atmosphere for team and neighboring functions despite uncontrollable circumstances

Support all key Finance initiatives    

Ad hoc projects as required  

About you

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required

Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) language is mandatory for the portfolio

Ideally 5+ years in service delivery and management in finance controlling environment

Effective change management required to manage transition to the future Core model

Ability to think strategically: global picture understanding combined with operational execution follow up and management. Risk & Internal controls advanced.

Demonstrated results building partnerships with multi-levels across businesses required.  

Must have the ability to influence and shape business decisions.  

Ability to lead and manage a team with at least 8 team members, and stakeholders through influence including demonstrated facilitator skills 

Strong organization skills: ability to track and manage a high volume of projects at a detailed level 

Ability to develop a rapport and credibility with key stakeholders 

Ability to work effectively across international work streams 

Demonstrated organization savvy and self- awareness  

Adaptable and able to work in complex matrix environment

Demonstrated experience modeling ethical behavior in challenging situations required 

Excellent written and oral communication skills 

Strong analytical capabilities with attention to detail and strategic thinking 

Proven experience working across multiple internal stakeholders 

Technology savvy, business orientation, and agile learning abilities required 

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