Overview
The FP&A Business Partner for Oncology plays a pivotal role within the local Finance organization in Mexico by acting as the primary financial advisor and partner to the Oncology business unit. This role bridges detailed financial planning, analysis, and reporting with strategic business insights to support decision-making and drive business performance. Reporting to the FP&A Lead, the selected candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Commercial, Medical, Marketing and Market Access to deliver accurate forecasts, budgets, and actionable financial insights specific to Oncology.
Responsibilities
- Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process for the Oncology portfolio, partnering directly with Oncology business leaders.
- Validate and consolidate forecast inputs including sales volumes, pricing, expenses, and headcount specific to Oncology.
- Ensure alignment of Oncology financial plans with overall company targets and regional guidelines.
- Support scenario analysis and re-forecasting as business conditions evolve.
- Support consolidation and preparation of expense profile for the company.
- Provide in-depth financial analysis (profitability, cost drivers, variance analysis) to Oncology stakeholders to support strategic and operational decisions.
- Act as the trusted financial advisor to Oncology leadership, translating financial data into clear business insights and recommendations.
- Prepare and present regular financial reports and dashboards tailored to Oncology business needs.
- Support business case evaluations and ad hoc financial projects related to Oncology initiatives.
- Collaborate with local Finance, Regional FP&A, and other stakeholders to standardize and improve Oncology financial processes and reporting.
- Identify opportunities to enhance forecasting accuracy, reporting efficiency, and data integrity within the Oncology business.
- Share best practices and leverage regional tools and systems to optimize Oncology FP&A activities.
- Participate in cross-functional projects impacting Oncology business performance.
- Stay informed on industry trends, regulatory changes, and accounting standards relevant to Oncology and incorporate these into financial planning and reporting.
- Support month-end close activities and mid-month sales estimates as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field. MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred.
- +5 years of progressive experience in FP&A, preferably within the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry. Oncology experience strongly preferred.
- Proven track record as a finance business partner supporting commercial or therapeutic area teams.
- Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills with advanced Excel proficiency.
- Experience with financial systems such as SAP, BPC, LPT, PowerBI, or similar planning/reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to convey complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of key financial drivers in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken).
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence and build relationships across functions.
Desired Competencies
- Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Resilient and adaptable to change.
- Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Job Details
- Requisition ID: R364412
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: General Business, Administrative, and Customer Service
- Industries: Biotechnology Research, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, and Veterinary Services
- Job posting end date: 10/31/2025