Global Corporate Services Controlling Manager
Join the professional team of the 120-year-old Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region!
Our exceptional position is a result of our progressive approach to success: we never stop exploring and always look for the next opportunity. The opportunity to conquer unknown land and to offer new knowledge and solutions to health professionals. To gain a foothold in new markets and new continents. To become a better employer that attracts talents. And we have been walking this path for 120 years.
Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position
Global Corporate Services Controlling Manager
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General Scope
- The Head of Global Business Services Controlling is a newly established role with end‑to‑end responsibility for planning, budgeting, reporting, analysis, and controlling of the Global Business Services (GBS) cost base of the Gedeon Richter Group (≈ HUF 100bn in 2024).
- The role also oversees group‑wide employee‑related costs, headcount (11,000+ FTEs; ≈ HUF 220bn) and HR functional costs globally.
- Global Business Services include functions such as Finance, AIT, Procurement, HR, Legal, Compliance, Strategy & Program Office, CEO Office, Communications, and Technical Services.
- Reporting to the Head of Group Global Functions Controlling, the position leads a team of GBS and HR Controllers with 4 direct reports.
- The role acts as a key business partner to Heads of Global Functions and the Head of Compensation & Rewards, supporting cost transparency, efficiency, and decision‑making at group level.
Main responsibilities
- Lead end‑to‑end controlling for Global Business Services, transversal costs, and global HR (costs, FTEs)
- Drive group‑wide cost and headcount transparency, efficiency, and standardization
- Own functional cost controlling systems and support SAP S/4HANA and Planning & Reporting implementations
- Act as a key business partner to Global Function Heads and senior leadership
- Deliver executive‑level reporting and insights to support decision‑making
- Lead and develop the Global Business Services Controlling team and support the Controlling transformation agenda
Qualifications and language skills
Qualifications
Masters degree in Economics or Business from a reputable university is required. Further qualifications
such as ACCA, CIMA or CPA would be a plus
Language Skills
Fluent written and spoken English and Hungarian is a mus
Professional Experience
- 12+ years of experience in Budgeting, Management Reporting or Financial Controlling within large, complex multinational companies
- 5+ years in managerial roles, leading teams
- Proven HQ and multi‑country / multi‑affiliate experience
- Strong hands‑on experience managing G&A / functional cost bases in an SAP environment
- Experience with SAP implementations and integration of acquired or greenfield sites is an advantage
Required Capabilities & Skills
- Hands‑on experience with controlling and performance management systems for functional costs and headcount
- Strong understanding of IFRS, HAS, consolidation, cost allocation, and management reportingHighly analytical, with strong problem‑solving capabilities
- Proven ability to lead change in a complex, multinational environment
- Strong business acumen, results‑driven, high‑energy “can‑do” mindset
- Proficiency in financial systems and planning/reporting tools
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to simplify complex topics
- Effective people manager with a collaborative style and high integrity
Our 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.