Be part of something altogether life-changing!
Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.
At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.
Cytiva is proud to work alongside a community of nine fellow Danaher Life Sciences companies. Together, we’re pioneering the future of science and medicine, developing products that enable researchers in the fight to save lives.
What you'll do:
This is a critical finance leadership role that will be part of the Cytiva Korea Leadership Team, advising and devising short term and long-term financial strategies for the region.
Partner closely with the Korea General Manager and his leadership team to achieve the overall business and financial goals of the Region. Beyond that, provide financial leadership and strategic insight to all enabling and global functions within the Region.
Ensure that we are providing optimum financial analytics and commercial consultation to the business so that business decisions are well grounded. Drive profitable business growth, meet cost commitments, and optimize the allocation of resources.
Develop, own, and lead the overall financial mechanism for the Region including Monthly Ops / Forecasting / Pulse reviews, Annual Budgeting reviews, Pricing Attainment calculations, Variable Cost and Base Cost target tracking, T&E dashboard, Cash forecast, Past Due dashboard, etc.
Take ownership for monthly forecasting inputs and variance analysis, interact with cross functional teams to provide best estimates for planning purposes by modeling various forecasting and budgeting scenarios. Understand key risks and opportunities on both Topline (Orders, Sales, SM), and Cost (Opex). Provide data-based and detailed analysis, and proactive countermeasures plan to drive gap closure and issue resolution.
Support financial business modelling on long-term strategic growth initiatives and business development projects (including external partnerships, collaborations, and any acquisition activity).
Approve commercial contracts per the Delegation of Authority. Highlight key contract risks and work with the Commercial and Legal teams to devise and monitor risk mitigation strategies.
Provide oversight over all accounting and associated monthly financial reporting and closing activities, internal controls/SOX, and compliance for the Region. Drive full compliance to Revenue Recognition, Delegation of Authority, Commercial Contracting Approval, and other related policies.
Work closely with APAC Controllership and Tax teams to solve pending issues and advise appropriately on any statutory and tax compliance matters.
Work closely with APAC Cash and Treasury teams on any working capital needs including cash collection, payment terms structuring, entity liquidity assessments, and working capital improvements. Drive a strong mindset of good working capital practices including constant monitoring of past dues and reduction of average payment terms to customers.
Lead the way and set the right tone of continuous improvement by utilizing the Danaher Business Systems (DBS) tools to streamline, reduce Muda, and drive productivity in the daily duties. Participate in cross-functional DBS events that require financial oversight and involvement including but not limited to Growth Room, Visual Daily Management, PSPs, TPIs, VSMs, etc. Ensure the teams complete all DBS related trainings on time and continuously seek for improvement opportunities.
Be a key advocate for wellbeing and engagement, and continuously find ways to coach, mentor, train, develop, and grow the talent within the team.
Who you are:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited university with solid finance background
FMP, PFLP, CAS, CPA, MBA, EMBA (or any other relevant financial training program) preferred
At least 8 years of prior experience in a senior financial leadership position
Advanced knowledge in K GAAP and US GAAP accounting knowledge
Advanced knowledge in Korea Statutory and Tax matters
Superior Excel and financial modeling proficiency; Knowledge in Power BI would be useful
Strong communication and presentation skills in English and Korean
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Korean
Proven ability to work globally and influence / manage internal stakeholders and external customers.
Able to articulate with excellent logic and reasoning skills
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong advocate for change management
Able to make and communicate tough decisions when needed
Ability to work effectively within a matrix environment placing the right resource to the right place
Ability to predict and respond to issues with high level of problem-solving skills.
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When you join us, you’ll also be joining Danaher’s global organization, where 80,000 people wake up every day determined to help our customers win. As an associate, you’ll try new things, work hard, and advance your skills with guidance from dedicated leaders, all with the support of powerful Danaher Business System tools and the stability of a tested organization.
At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.
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