Finance Manager

About the CompanyWe 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 OverviewThe Finance Manager will be a key member of the team, responsible for driving the financial strategy, governance, and performance of the organization’s operations in Saudi Arabia. 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.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 GCC and Middle Eastern marketsFinancial 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 goalsCompliance & Regulatory Governance· Ensure compliance with IFRS and applicable Saudi Arabian regulations· Maintain strong internal controls and corporate governance frameworks· Oversee financial compliance related to pharmaceutical regulations and pricing structuresGlobal 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 complianceRisk 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 readinessInvestor 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 BoardTeam 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 planningQualifications & Experience· Chartered Accountant / CPA / MBA Finance or equivalent· 3-8 years of progressive finance leadership experience· Strong experience in the pharmaceutical industry (API / formulations)· Proven exposure to GCC and Middle Eastern markets, preferably based in Saudi Arabia· Experience handling USFDA / SFDA regulated environments· Demonstrated success in managing large-scale finance operations and transformation initiativesKey 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 capabilityWork Location: In person