Head of Global Financial Planning & Reporting

General Scope

• The Head of Group Financial Planning & Reporting (FP&R) is a newly created role responsible for leading global planning, budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting across the Gedeon Richter Group.
• Gedeon Richter is a Budapest‑headquartered, publicly listed global pharmaceutical group with EUR 2.4bn revenues, 11,000+ employees, and operations in 50+ markets (2024 YE).
• The role will elevate Group FP&R through process standardization, capability development, and the implementation of modern planning and reporting systems.
• The position plays a key role in supporting the Group’s 2023–2035 growth strategy and driving improved cEBIT margins by 2030.
• Reporting to the Global Head of Controlling, the role manages two direct reports and oversees a 10+ person Group FP&R team based in Budapest.

Responsibilities

• Lead Group planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
• Deliver accurate reporting, variance analysis, and executive insight
• Drive cost, WCR, KPI control and business partnering
• Standardize processes and implement advanced planning/reporting tools
• Support IR, Board/ExCom materials, M&A integration
• Lead and develop the Group FP&R function

Qualifications and language skills

Master’s degree in Economics or Business from a reputable university

Professional certifications (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) are an advantage

Fluent English and Hungarian, written and spoken, are required

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive experience in Financial Planning, Budgeting, Management Reporting or Controlling within large, complex multinational listed companies
• 7+ years in senior leadership roles, managing large, diverse teams
• Proven HQ and multi‑country / multi‑affiliate experience
• Strong hands‑on expertise in SAP‑based budgeting and management reporting
• Experience with group‑wide planning and reporting system implementations is an advantage

Key Skills & Competencies

• Hands‑on experience in group budgeting and annual planning
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, HAS, consolidation, cost allocation and management reporting
• High proficiency in financial systems and planning/reporting tools
• Analytical, strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving skills
• Proven ability to lead change in a complex, multinational environment
• Strong business acumen, achievement‑oriented, high‑energy mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex topics
• Effective people leader with a collaborative style and high integrity

What we offer

• Extensive benefits package (cafeteria, stock program, private life insurance)
• Home office opportunity (2 days /week)
• Flexible working hours
• Training and development opportunities
• In-house medical services and Medicover service
• Various sports opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM)
• Challenging, responsible professional work
• Long-term employment
• Innovative and secure workplace

The Richter community is looking forward to your application.

Join the professional team of the Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region!

We do not base our success on the great deeds of lonely heroes. At Richter, we believe in active co-operation - within and outside the teams. We know how to collaborate effectively and respectfully with professionals of different fields, disciplines, and organisational units.

Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position