Financial Controller Manager

Who we are ?

We are Pierre Fabre Laboratories, a global leader combining pharmaceutical expertise with dermo-cosmetics to support consumers and patients at every stage of their care journey.
Our portfolio includes several medical franchises and international brands such as Eau Thermale Avène, Ducray, A-Derma, Klorane, René Furterer, and Pierre Fabre Oral Care.
By joining us, you become part of a meaningful company where the human dimension is essential. You become a participant in the "We Care Movement," a movement that values excellence and innovation within passionate teams. Together, we push the boundaries of science to unite health and beauty for the benefit of all, because Every time we care for a single person, we make the whole world better.

Present in 120 countries with a team of over 10,000 employees, we are proud to create a scientific and human impact, today and tomorrow! If caring is at the heart of your values, join Pierre Fabre Laboratories and become a key player in the “We Care Movement".

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Financial Controller Manager

Pierre Fabre is a leading international pharmaceutical and dermo-cosmetics group, committed to improving health and well-being through innovative, science-based solutions. The Benelux entity oversees commercial and operational activities across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg , representing key brands in pharmaceutical, dermo-cosmetic, and consumer healthcare segments.

The Financial Controller Manager will lead financial planning, reporting, and controlling activities for the Benelux entity, supporting the Benelux management team in driving financial performance. This position manages a team of two finance professionals , acts as a business partner to operational departments, and ensures financial integrity and compliance with Group standards.

The role is based in Brussels (Hybrid) and reports to the Director Finance & Operations Benelux.

Key Responsibilities

- Financial Reporting & Analysis

- Oversee the preparation and delivery of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with Group (French HQ) reporting requirements.
- Analyze P&L performance, variances, and KPIs versus budget/forecast, present key findings to management, and recommend corrective actions.

- Budgeting & Forecasting

- Lead the annual budget process and periodic forecast updates (rolling forecasts), coordinating inputs, challenging assumptions, and ensuring alignment with business priorities and Group deadlines.

- Partner with sales, marketing, and supply chain teams to build realistic financial projections.

- Business Partnering Provide financial insights to support commercial decision-making (pricing, promotional investments, launch plans).

- Act as a trusted advisor to department heads, challenging business assumptions and supporting the implementation and follow-up of agreed financial action plans.

- Internal Controls & Compliance Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, IFRS, and local GAAP (Belgian/Dutch accounting standards).
- Liaise with external auditors.

- Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Monitor cash flow, DSO/DPO, and inventory levels to optimize working capital.

- Cost Control Oversee cost center management and ensure efficient allocation of resources (A&P spend, OPEX).

- Systems & Process Improvement

- Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, reporting tools, and controls (SAP HANA / Oracle EPM / Power BI / AI), coordinating implementation with relevant stakeholders.

- Team Leadership

- Manage, coach, and develop a team of two finance professionals, setting objectives, allocating tasks, and conducting performance reviews.
- Ensure the team delivers accurate and timely reporting, budgeting, and controlling activities, and foster a culture of rigor, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

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Who you are ?

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- Education: Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.

- Experience: 5–8 years in financial controlling, ideally within the pharmaceutical, FMCG, or healthcare sector, with demonstrated ownership of budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes, and first experience managing or coaching a small team.

- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of IFRS and local (Belgian) accounting principles.
- Proficiency in SAP (or similar ERP) and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Oracle EPM) is a plus.

- Languages: Fluent in French, Dutch, and English (Benelux market requirement).
- Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work autonomously in a matrixed, international organization.

- People management and leadership skills: able to coach and develop a small team, set priorities, delegate effectively, and drive accountability, including across functions.
- Rigorous, detail-oriented, and deadline-driven.

At Pierre Fabre Laboratories, we believe that our greatest asset is our people.

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