Group FP&A Lead

Galderma seeks a Group FP&A Lead in Zug to direct short-term planning, lead the finance team, and drive AI-driven process improvements for strategic decision-making.

This position sits within the Group Financial Planning and Analysis team, taking full ownership of short-term planning cycles while providing senior leadership with forward-looking insights. The role is pivotal for supporting strategic decisions and resource allocation at the group level, with a specific mandate to transform the FP&A function through process optimization and the integration of AI-driven initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Direct the short-term planning cycle, covering Group Latest Outlook and Annual Budgeting.
• Streamline and standardize planning workflows to enhance efficiency, transparency, and data quality.
• Collaborate with Human Resources to oversee the financial aspects of Short-Term Incentive schemes.
• Serve as the project manager for artificial intelligence projects within the FP&A department.
• Prepare materials for the Board of Directors and lead Executive Committee reporting.
• Act as the primary liaison with Investor Relations, Strategy, and Communications departments.
• Deliver continuous and ad hoc analysis regarding financial and operational performance.
• Spearhead cross-functional projects and broader finance transformation efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 15 to 20+ years of experience in FP&A, corporate finance, or financial analysis.
• Extensive background in group planning, forecasting, and performance management within multinational settings.
• Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring high-performing finance teams.
• Strong analytical capabilities and advanced Excel skills for financial modeling.
• Proficiency with planning or Business Intelligence (BI) tools.
• Deep understanding of financial statements and planning processes.
• Fluent English proficiency.

Nice to have

• Advanced degree or professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CFA.
• Experience in pharma, healthcare, consumer, or aesthetics industries.
• Experience in driving finance transformation, process optimization, or digital initiatives.
• Additional languages beyond English.

What the company offers

• Competitive compensation package, including a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits.
• Personalized career development, supported by ongoing feedback, targeted learning opportunities, and a clear growth path.
• Dynamic environment that encourages ownership from day one.
• Leadership responsibility with the opportunity to build, develop, and lead a high-performing FP&A team.
• Regular exposure to senior leadership, including Executive Committee and Board reporting.
• Highly collaborative, cross-functional setting with close interaction across Accounting, Commercial teams, Operations, Global Functions, and Regional Finance.

About the company

Galderma is an agile, multicultural, and fast-growing global organization recognized as the emerging pure-play dermatology category leader, present in approximately 90 countries. The company focuses on the human body's largest organ - the skin - meeting individual consumer and patient needs. The company values people who focus on getting results, embrace learning, and bring positive energy. The company aims to empower each employee and promote their personal growth. The company embraces diversity and respects the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee. Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos create the environment for people to thrive.

• Galderma is an agile, multicultural, and fast-growing global organization.
• The company values people who focus on getting results, embrace learning, and bring positive energy.
• The company aims to empower each employee and promote their personal growth.
• The company embraces diversity and respects the dignity, privacy, and personal rights of every employee.
• Professionalism, collaboration, and a friendly, supportive ethos create the environment for people to thrive.