Project Finance Controller - Vaccines

Reference No. R2823845

Position Title: Project Finance Controller - Vaccines

Department: Finance IO CA

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

About the Job

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

We are currently recruiting for the role of Project Finance Controller within our Manufacturing & Supply Finance Team. We are looking for an energized individual who demonstrates strong analytical and communication skills, and who brings with them a results driven and team-oriented attitude.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, this individual should have the potential to assume a leadership role with increased responsibility over the short term. The incumbent is responsible for controlling, budget and forecast of the project portfolio for the Toronto Site.

Main Responsibilities

Capital Project Controlling

• Act as the finance lead to the Project Management Office

• Lead budgeting and forecasting for project CAPEX and OPEX related expenses; ensure all timelines and deliverables are met, including budget, C1, C2, and any ad-hoc planning activities

• Lead comprehensive financial evaluation of manufacturing capital projects including equipment installations, facility expansions, production line upgrades, and technology implementations

• Support Net Present Value, Return on Investment, and payback period analyses for capital investment opportunities, considering production benefits, efficiency gains, and long-term value creation

• Ensure compliance with both IFRS and Sanofi project guidelines for portfolio of on-going and proposed site projects

• Assess and communicate risks/opportunities within the project portfolio and their impacts to P&L and cashflow

• Reconcile for consistency with financial tools (SAP) and project management tools (Shine)

Manufacturing Financial Management & Control

• Business partner to the Engineering & Maintenance function

• Oversee operating expense budgets, monitor production-related spending patterns, implement cost control measures, and ensure alignment with manufacturing objectives and financial targets

• Support site allocation analysis and coordination across MSAT, R&D, Com-OPS

• Ensure consistency and completeness of financial data

• Provide variance analysis and commentary based on a solid understanding of the business drivers and assumptions

• Respond to global finance requests, support ad-hoc requests while ensuring consistency and accuracy of data and information

• Coordinate and work to improve the financial processes under his/her responsibility, within the finance team and other relevant departments (robustness, simplification, harmonization of project control

• Support external and internal audits as required

• Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX compliance and global accounting policies

• Contribute financial expertise to cross-functional initiatives; support ad-hoc requirements as they arise

About You

Key Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or Engineering disciplines. Advanced degree (MBA) is desirable. 

• Minimum five (5) years of previous relevant experience in and industrial environment with Focus in Finance and project spending or related field.

• Knowledge of vaccines manufacturing, supply chain and distribution processes or experience in a like industry.

• Strong knowledge of Industrial Accounting rules, Sanofi Pasteur and Sanofi IA accounting procedures.

• Good knowledge of fundamental GAAP and IFRS reporting rules for interface with financial reporting teams.

• Good understanding of the overall business cycle and interfaces of the manufacturing & supply chain process, integration with the overall business, and integration of the systems and data flows.

• Basic knowledge of industrial controlling methods (variance analysis, cost of goods calculation).

• Demonstrated ability to challenge, negotiate, influence, advise and advocate in a constructive manner.

• Excellent skills in Communication / Presentation / Training.

• Ability to lead transversal activities.

• Team and people management.

• Project management skills.

• Proficient computer skills:  ERP (SAP) systems, Company reporting systems (SAP), standard MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), database programs, internet applications and interfaces to internal systems.

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs

This position is for a current vacant role that we are actively hiring for.​

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.