CROSS-COUNTRY | GS BUF Finance Manager

at  Johnson Johnson

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Johnson & Johnson’s Global Services (GS) Business Finance organization is recruiting for a Finance Manager to provide financial leadership to the GS Operations, GS Procurement, and GS Strategy & Business Services organizations. This role will be based in Bogota (Colombia) or Prague (Czech Republic).
Job Summary:
The Finance Manager is responsible for providing financial analysis and support to the Global Services Procurement (GSP) Organization, Global Services Strategy and Business Services (SBS) org, and Global Services Operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, analyzing procurement and operational data, and providing insights to optimize financial performance. The Finance manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, IT, and finance departments to drive financial efficiency and achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis of strategic projects and operational expenses, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts for GS Procurement, GS SBS, and GS Operations (which includes the GS Contact Centers and Site Operations). Analyze actual performance against budgeted targets and identify areas for improvement.
• Business Partnering- Partner with senior leadership and present financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess financial processes and systems, identify areas for improvement, and implement streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, and finance departments, to align financial goals with overall business objectives. Provide financial insights and support for strategic decision-making.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial information, trends, and analysis to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Collaborate with senior management to provide financial recommendations and drive financial accountability across the organization.
• Data Management: Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support financial planning and decision-making. Ensure data accuracy and integrity while maintaining confidentiality.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, policies and procedures, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and internal control requirements.
• Ability to lead a team and supervise direct reports, providing guidance, feedback, and development opportunities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) is a plus.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting, preferably within a global procurement or operational environment.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling, validating assumptions, data analysis, and reporting tools.
• In-depth knowledge of financial principles, practices, and regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with large datasets accurately.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to navigate ERP/financial systems (i.e. SAP).
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and operational metrics is a plus.
• Language: Fluent English
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• Financial Analysis: Conduct in-depth financial analysis of strategic projects and operational expenses, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve efficiency.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets and forecasts for GS Procurement, GS SBS, and GS Operations (which includes the GS Contact Centers and Site Operations). Analyze actual performance against budgeted targets and identify areas for improvement.
• Business Partnering- Partner with senior leadership and present financial information in a clear and concise manner.
• Process Improvement: Continuously assess financial processes and systems, identify areas for improvement, and implement streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy of financial operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, and finance departments, to align financial goals with overall business objectives. Provide financial insights and support for strategic decision-making.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate financial information, trends, and analysis to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Collaborate with senior management to provide financial recommendations and drive financial accountability across the organization.
• Data Management: Collect, analyze, and interpret financial and operational data to support financial planning and decision-making. Ensure data accuracy and integrity while maintaining confidentiality.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, policies and procedures, including GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) and internal control requirements.
• Ability to lead a team and supervise direct reports, providing guidance, feedback, and development opportunities