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BPA Manager

Shanghai, China   |   full time   |   Job ID: 10545 

 

 

Your main responsibilities are:

Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes for BNT China, with a focus on pharmaceutical operations.
  • Analyze financial results, variances, and business drivers; provide actionable insights and recommendations to management.
  • Prepare and present monthly management reports, dashboards, and business reviews.
  • Support strategic initiatives, scenario modeling, and investment analysis.
  • Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations and internal controls.

BPA (Controlling)

  • Plan and forecast local R&D activities (e.g., GDO function, local CRO activities of BNT programs, etc.).
  • Prepare monthly actual reporting and ad-hoc analysis with the business.
  • Track actual costs and monitor budgets for local spend, especially for R&D and clinical operations.
  • Act as the local finance business partner to the country head, providing financial guidance and support for decision-making.
  • Work closely with the Global Planning & Reporting team on processes (budgeting, forecasting, quarterly reporting, etc.) and with the Global Finance Business Partner R&D team regarding financial steering of R&D business.

SAP & Process Optimization

  • Lead or support SAP implementation, upgrades, and process optimization projects within the finance function.
  • Ensure accurate data integration, reporting, and compliance in SAP, especially for pharmaceutical R&D and Clinial operational activities.
  • Drive automation and digitalization initiatives to enhance efficiency and transparency in financial planning and reporting.

Business Partnering

  • Collaborate with GDO, operations, and functional teams to drive cross-functional alignment on financial targets, KPIs, and resource allocation.
  • Support business case development and post-investment reviews.
  • Provide financial training and guidance to non-finance stakeholders.

 

What you have to offer:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related fields.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in FP&A, business planning, or controlling roles, experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry is a must.
  • Proven experience with SAP (preferably SAP FICO or SAP S/4HANA), including system implementation or process optimization.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills; proficiency in English and Mandarin.
  • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; experience with pharmaceutical R&D finance is highly desirable.
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
  • Experience working with global teams and supporting R&D or clinical operations is a plus.

 

 

Your Benefits:

 

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

 

Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

 

How to apply:

 

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

 

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

 

We are looking forward receiving your application.

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