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At Orion Pharma Animal Health, we are driven by our purpose to provide meaningful and compassionate animal health care that prioritises the wellbeing of animals and their caregivers. In our quest we work as a team knowing we are stronger facing challenges together and learning from each other is in our DNA.
We produce and distribute over 300 veterinary medicines and are present in over 100 markets around the world servicing the needs of our customers in both the companion animal and livestock sectors. Our manufacturing and supply chain operations are located in France and Belgium.
About the Role
We are looking for a new colleague to join our Finance team to support the continued growth of the Orion Animal Health division.
As Senior Sales Controller for Animal Health, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial steering of a fast-growing, international business. You will act as a key finance business partner to our international sales teams across Europe, supporting them with data-driven insights, financial guidance, and strategic challenge. This role is part of a broader transformation towards “One Animal Health” and “One Finance Team,” and will require working across two IT environments during the transition phase.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a key finance business partner to international sales teams, providing financial insights, challenging assumptions, and supporting strategic decisions.
- Lead the development and delivery of consolidated sales and margin reporting across all Animal Health entities.
- Drive variance analysis (actuals vs. budget/forecast), identify gaps, and co-develop corrective actions with business stakeholders.
- Take ownership of the forecasting and business planning processes in close collaboration with sales and marketing teams—beyond system input, you will actively challenge and co-create plans.
- Collaborate closely with the Business Controller and Junior Controller to ensure alignment across reporting, forecasting, and closing activities.
- Foster strong collaboration with both corporate finance and local finance teams to ensure consistency and transparency in financial processes.
- Work in close partnership with the Demand Planner and play an active role in the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process, ensuring financial alignment with volume planning, demand forecasts, and supply chain decisions.
- Ensure data consistency and transparency across systems during the transition phase.
What we’re Looking For
- Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, or related field.
- Minimum 8–10 years of experience in sales controlling or commercial finance, preferably in a multinational or matrix organization.
- Experience in audit is a strong plus.
- Strong analytical mindset and communication skills, with the ability to translate data into business insights.
- Experience working with ERP/reporting systems (e.g., D365 or SAP) is a plus, but not a must.
- Fluent in English; knowledge of French, Dutch, or Finnish is a plus.
- Proactive, collaborative, and solution-oriented approach.
What we offer
- The chance to shape the future of livestock health on a global scale.
- An opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities within a leading company in the industry.
Orion is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Travel Requirements
Travel will be required approximately 20% of the time, with potential peaks during key planning cycles such as budget and forecast periods.
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Animal Health finance. You’ll be part of a team that is building a unified finance function across countries and systems, with the autonomy to drive change and the support to grow. You’ll work in a dynamic environment where your input will directly impact strategic decisions, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration—especially with our international sales teams and finance colleagues across Europe.
Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position by August 31st 2025.
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