Global Financial Reporting Governance Expert

Job description

Join the professional team of Gedeon Richter Plc., a leading pharmaceutical company in Hungary and the region! Our founder, Gedeon Richter's dream of a successful international pharmaceutical company still lives today. And we take it to the next level every day by discovering new active pharmaceutical ingredients and introducing new medicines that improve the quality of life for many people around the world. Gedeon Richter is looking for a committed and experienced professional for the position Global Financial Reporting Governance Expert General Scope The Global Financial Reporting Governance Manager is responsible for establishing, operating, and continuously enhancing the governance framework over financial reporting across the group. The role ensures compliance with group accounting guidelines, instructions and timetable and drives reliable financial data across all jurisdictions. This role is not a people leadership position and is not at Director or Head of Department level. Main responsibilities Financial Reporting Governance Own and continuously enhance the global financial reporting governance framework. Accountable for solid financial reporting and escalation process and guidelines Govern and oversee the global financial close process, ensuring compliance, consistency, and timeliness. Improve and streamline the closing process across entities, driving standardization and simplification. Accelerate the closing timetable through process redesign, stakeholder alignment, and performance tracking. Lead change management initiatives related to period-end and year-end close processes. Data Quality & Reporting Integrity Develop and operate a robust data quality framework over financial reporting. Monitor adherence to submission timelines and reporting quality standards. Implement and operate a formal reporting assurance process to ensure integrity and consistency of financial data used for consolidation and external reporting. Establish clear escalation protocols for reporting issues, control failures, and late submissions. Internal Controls & Risk Management Design and maintain a fit-for-purpose internal control framework over financial reporting. Identify key risks in reporting and closing processes and ensure mitigating controls are in place. Analyse root cause for deficiencies, proactively look for areas where processes should be enhanced and or where the control design can be improved and automated Governance Over Systems, Master Data & Change Management Establish governance and control over changes in: Master data (e.g., chart of accounts, legal entities, hierarchies) Group accounting instructions and policies Consolidation and reporting systems Ensure all changes are properly reviewed, approved, documented, and communicated. Collaborate with IT and finance transformation teams on system enhancements and implementation Financial Reporting Transformation & Continuous Improvement Provide governance and oversight over financial reporting transformation initiatives. Drive rationalization and optimization of reporting systems and processes. Support system implementations that enable faster, more reliable close and reporting cycles. Stakeholder Management & Communication Act as a key liaison between Group Finance, regional teams, internal audit, and external auditors. Communicate governance standards, expectations, and performance metrics clearly across the organization. Provide insights to senior leadership on reporting quality, risks, and improvement opportunities Training & Capability Building Develop and deliver global training on closing processes, controls Promote a strong culture of accountability, discipline, and quality in financial reporting Qualifications and language skills Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Fluent englis and native hungarian Other expectations Technical Expertise Deep understanding of group close processes Experience with ERP and consolidation systems Professional Experience 8–12+ years in financial reporting governance roles Proven experience in multinational environments with complex structures Experience in financial close optimization or finance transformation programs Core Competencies Strong governance and control mindset Critical thinker Process optimization and continuous improvement focus Change management and transformation leadership Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Effectively influence prioritization of issue resolution Our offer Extensive benefits package (cafeteria, stock program, private life insurance) Home office opportunity (2 days /week) Flexible working hours Training and development opportunities In-house medical services and Medicover service Various sports opportunities (gym, swimming pool, AYCM) Challenging, responsible professional work Long-term employment Innovative and secure workplace The Richter community is looking forward to your application.