Senior Controller Global R&D Finance FP&A

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Boulogne Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted April 10, 2025 Last posted April 10, 2025
Job description

Title:

Senior Controller Global R&D Finance FP&A

Company:

Ipsen Pharma (SAS)


 

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Controller to join our Global R&D Finance team. In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Vice President, Global Finance R&D & Medical- to lead and manage the financial operations of our Research and Development (R&D) department. Your expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and strategic planning will be crucial in supporting our R&D objectives and ensuring effective financial management.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Financial Management: Develop and oversee the R&D budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reports.
  • Strategic Planning: Manage long-term financial planning processes, including the 5-Year Plan (5YP) and Long-Range Plan (LRP), to support R&D initiatives.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including internal cost controllers, project controllers, and senior leadership, to align financial strategies with overall business objectives.
  • Compliance and Control: Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and internal controls, maintaining compliance with financial regulations and industry standards.
  • Leadership: Lead and develop a high-performing R&D finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to team members.
  • Project Support: Conduct financial analyses for potential mergers, acquisitions, and collaborations, and support financial processes related to clinical trials and portfolio valuations.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

  • Master’s degree in a relevant subject
  • Previous experience in a Controller position performing FP&A
  • Proactive and able to work autonomously
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks while adhering to specific deadlines
  • Fluent in English, speaking and writing. Please make your application in English.

Join us in this exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of our innovative R&D projects and help drive our company's growth and development. Apply now to become a key player in our dynamic team!

WE ARE MOVING! – We will move to our new office in Central Paris from early June

Dans le cadre de ses recrutements IPSEN s’engage au respect de l’égalité de traitement des candidats, indépendamment du sexe, de l’âge, de l'orientation sexuelle, de l'origine ethnique, de la couleur de la peau, de la nationalité, du handicap ou de l'appartenance à un syndicat.
About this role

Summary

Manage financial operations for R&D, including budgeting and strategic planning.

Job title

Senior Controller Global R&D Finance FP&A

Experience level

3+ years

Industry

biopharmaceutical

Location requirements

Located in Boulogne; remote work not mentioned.

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master’s degreecontroller experiencefp&aproactiveenglish

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

financial managementbudgetingforecastingstrategic planningcompliance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France

On-site City