Finance Business Partner China R and D
Sanofi
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About Us
At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We're at the forefront of innovative therapies that transform patient outcomes. We're looking for a strategic finance partner to help drive our mission forward. Specifically, China projects have become one of growing importance as the organization looks to increase its presence in one of the top pharmaceutical market.
Your Impact
As our Finance Business Partner for China R&D, you'll be the financial compass guiding our local investment strategies. You'll work closely with our China R&D leaders to shape the future of patient care while ensuring financial excellence.
Key Responsibilities
China R&D
Strategic Business Partnership – Serve as the trusted financial advisor to Development, TMU and Research China leadership teams, providing financial insights that drive R&D investment decisions, resource allocation, and strategic priorities aligned with Sanofi China's science agenda
End-to-End P&L & Performance Management – Own financial performance tracking across Development, TMU and Research China operations, monitoring KPIs, analyzing gaps vs. targets, and developing corrective actions to optimize research spend efficiency and portfolio productivity
Integrated Planning & Forecasting – Lead consolidated forecast, budget, and strategic planning cycles for both perimeters, ensuring accurate and aligned financials that reflect business strategy while coordinating with Global R&D Finance and Corporate teams
Risk, Opportunity & Scenario Analysis – Proactively identify financial risks and opportunities across the Development, TMU and Research China portfolios, delivering scenario planning and business cases to support pipeline prioritization, go/no-go decisions, and transformation initiatives
BD and Alliance Management – Support local / China for China Business development activities and Alliance Management
Global Development
Project Finance Business Partner: Provide end-to-end financial support for assigned Clinical projects, ensuring smart resource allocation and risk management. Including
Performance Management: Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying risks and opportunities to keep us ahead of the curve.
Global Project Stewardship: Own financial metrics for Global Project Teams, leading valuations, and providing critical decision-making support.
Business Development: As assigned by Manager, contribute to BD and M&A activities and prioritization exercises, driving growth and innovation.
Strategic Finance Support: Working with Manager. Contribute to Therapeutic Area(s) Strategies, Annual Strategic Planning exercise and PSW support
About You
Your Expertise
Master's Degree or MBA in Finance; CPA and scientific background are a plus
7+ years of experience in Finance/Accounting with R&D exposure
Proven track record of partnering with Executive Senior Leaders
Sharp analytical skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable insights
Strong communication skills to influence and guide cross-functional teams
What You'll Bring
A strategic mindset that sees beyond numbers to drive business value
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment
A passion for making a difference in patients' lives through financial stewardship
Excellent interpersonal skills to build strong relationships across all levels of the organization
Why Choose Us?
Be part of groundbreaking work in transplant and vaccine development
Collaborate with world-class experts in science and finance
Enjoy a culture that values innovation, inclusion, and work-life balance
Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth in a global organization
Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.
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