Global FP&A Manager, Digital, Data & IT

About the role

Novartis is looking for a DD&IT Global FP&A Manager to lead end-to-end financial planning, performance reporting and strategic forecasting across its global Digital, Data and Information Technology organization. The role is based in Barcelona, Spain or Hyderabad, India, and Novartis does not offer relocation support, so only candidates able to access the location should apply. It suits a commercially minded FP&A professional who works well in ambiguity, embraces technology and operates at the intersection of finance, strategy and transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the global FP&A calendar, coordinating deliverables, milestones and dependencies.
• Own month-end close and reporting, resolving errors, late inputs and variances across DD&IT.
• Prepare performance dashboards, variance commentary and decision-ready reports for senior leadership.
• Coordinate outlook submissions and consolidate inputs for monthly business reviews.
• Lead budget and three-year target planning, including guidance, templates and financial models.
• Monitor data quality and track forecast accuracy, explaining deviations and identifying risks and opportunities.
• Influence senior Finance and DD&IT leaders to align priorities, assumptions and outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation in planning and reporting.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics or a related field.
• Significant FP&A experience supporting global, matrixed organizations.
• Proven expertise in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial performance analysis.
• Experience presenting to executives and influencing senior stakeholders without formal authority.
• Strong project management and ability to handle fast pace, ambiguity and tight deadlines.
• Desirable: experience with digital, technology or IT organizations.

Required skills

• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills with large, complex datasets.
• Desirable: strong digital and data analysis capabilities.

What we offer

• Expected annual base salary of 59,100 to 109,700 EUR, set according to skills, competencies and experience.
• Possible performance-based bonus.
• Insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• Flexible and hybrid working where possible, and at least 14 weeks of paid parental leave.