Finance Business Partner - Maternity Leave Cont...
@ Sanofi

Toronto, ON
CA$120,000
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Posted 13 hours ago

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About the Role

The Finance Business Partner - Maternity Leave Contract at Sanofi supports Toronto vaccines manufacturing operations. You will serve as a strategic advisor to site leadership, supply chain, and operational teams, providing financial insight, driving performance, and ensuring alignment with broader financial objectives. This is a fixed term contract ending December 31, 2026 with the opportunity to transition to a full-time position for high performers.

Main Responsibilities

  • Partner with site leadership and supply chain teams for financial insights.
  • Lead manufacturing finance planning cycles including budgeting and forecasting.
  • Deliver variance analysis with actionable recommendations.
  • Monitor cost performance and lead cost optimization initiatives.
  • Provide timely, accurate financial data and reports locally and globally.
  • Develop financial models to support strategic decision-making.
  • Ensure adherence to SOX, internal controls and global policies.
  • Support audits and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You bring strong business acumen, excellent communication skills, proactive results orientation, and expertise in managing ambiguity. You have a proven ability to build trusted partnerships, combined with high integrity and compliance awareness in a regulated environment.

Education and Experience

  • CPA or equivalent professional accounting/finance qualification
  • Bachelor’s in Finance, Accounting or a related field; MBA a plus
  • 5+ years’ experience in finance roles, preferably in manufacturing finance in pharma or biotech
  • Working knowledge of SAP, Advanced Excel and IFRS

Why Choose Sanofi?

Join an innovative global healthcare company focused on chasing the miracles of science. You will have countless opportunities to grow, connect with diverse teams, and be part of transformational initiatives while enjoying competitive benefits and rewards.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Financial Analysis
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Cost Optimization
  • Strategic Planning
  • SOX Compliance
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Manufacturing Finance
  • Financial Modelling

How to Get Hired at Sanofi

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Sanofi's culture: Study mission, vision, and recent successes.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight manufacturing finance and accounting expertise.
  • Prepare for interviews: Practice STAR technique and financial case studies.
  • Network actively: Connect with current employees on LinkedIn.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review financial modeling techniques.
Practice advanced Excel functions.
Study SAP financial modules.
Understand IFRS and SOX regulations.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you influenced stakeholders.
Explain handling competing priorities.
Discuss managing ambiguity effectively.
Share an example of teamwork success.

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