Finance Data Analyst

at  Sanofi US

EXPERIENCE

• Finance or equivalent diploma/certificate required
• Significant experience in controlling
• Proven experience in an Analytic COE type organization
• Experience translating business needs into process and implementation requirements at Finance system project implementation environment

SOFT SKILLS

• Ability to work in matrix environments scope / interactions / numerous stakeholders
• Analytical, process-oriented with a keen interest to drive continuous improvements
• A can-do attitude
• Strong ability to train and teach/coach others
• Ability to work in a multi-country team setup
• Accountability and reliability

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Excellent knowledge of SAP is an advantage
• TM1 and other systems functional scope is an advantage
• Very good knowledge of controlling and reporting processes (end to end view)
• Deep understanding of controls, master data and systems flows

EDUCATION

• Degree in Finance or similar; or equivalent experience

• Define and implement the strategy roadmap in the controlling core model, coordinating with relevant teams and piloting process improvement initiatives
• Collaborate on designing and deploying standardized processes and rules globally, capturing and documenting requirements, and formalizing related SOPs
• Identify emerging needs and participate in the continuous improvement process, proposing innovative solutions and striving for standardization
• Review and confirm necessary system changes to ensure data integrity, developing business cases to prioritize projects and programs
• Interface closely with Digital to implement changes, maintaining an up-to-date risk management approach and deploying mitigation plans
• Develop data procedures and policies, ensuring industry best practices while working with various departments to manage and analyze data assets
• Implement system checks, data controls, and quality controls, improving data quality, measuring and reporting discrepancies, and defining follow-up action plans