Head of Finance - A Global Well-known Pharmaceutical Company

Shanghai Permanent View Job Description
An exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a global healthcare organization as Head of Finance, China. Reporting to the JPAC Finance Head with a dotted line to the China General Manager, this role will lead the China finance function, drive business partnering across the leadership team, and support the next stage of growth for a strategically important market.
  • Lead the whole finance team, directly partner with China GM
  • Join a business entering its next growth phase

About Our Client

Our client is a famous multinational healthcare company with a strong global presence and an established commercial operation in China. The organization has built a successful portfolio in the market and continues to invest in future growth through innovation and product development.

With an expanding business and new product launches planned, the organization is seeking a commercially minded finance to join its China leadership team.

Job Description

  • Lead the overall finance function covering accounting, financial planning & analysis, business partnering, reporting, compliance, and internal controls.
  • Partner closely with the China General Manager and business unit leaders to support strategic decision-making and business growth.
  • Deliver high-quality financial insights, performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation recommendations.
  • Manage and develop the China finance team while providing oversight of procurement and administrative functions.
  • Collaborate extensively with regional and global finance stakeholders within a matrix organization.
  • Ensure strong governance, risk management, and compliance standards across the China business.
  • Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency through process simplification, automation, and innovative financial tools.
  • Strengthen the credibility and influence of the China finance organization within the regional and global network.
  • Support business cases for future growth initiatives, new product launches, and strategic investments.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline; professional finance qualifications are advantageous.
  • Proven leadership experience within the healthcare sector, with pharmaceutical industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated track record managing the full finance function within a multinational environment.
  • Strong business partnering capabilities with the ability to influence senior commercial stakeholders.
  • Experience working in international matrix organizations and collaborating effectively across cultures and geographies.
  • Excellent communication skills with the executive presence required to engage regional and global leadership teams.
  • Fluent English and Mandarin communication skills.
  • High level of learning agility, resilience, and adaptability.
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical capabilities and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with high expectations and multiple stakeholders.
  • Ability to balance risk management, innovation, and business growth while constructively challenging and influencing senior stakeholders.

What's on Offer

  • Significant visibility and interaction with both regional and global leadership teams.
  • A key leadership role supporting major upcoming product launches and long-term business growth.
  • Exposure to a highly international and collaborative working environment.
  • Competitive remuneration package including annual bonus and long-term incentive components.
  • Strong career progression potential within a growing global business.
Contact
Stella Mao
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7135416
Phone number
+8621 6026 8063

Job summary

Function
Finance & Accounting
Specialisation
Financial Director / CFO
What is your area of specialisation?
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Shanghai
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Stella Mao
Consultant phone
+8621 6026 8063
Job Reference
JN-102026-7135416

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