About GW:GW Pharmaceuticals is a cutting-edge UK-based biopharmaceutical company that over the last 20 years has established a world-leading position in cannabinoid science and the development of regulatory approved medicines derived from cannabis. Our mission is to transform the lives of seriously ill patients and their families. In October 2018 our achievements were recognized by TIME magazine which named GW as one of the 'Top 50 Genius companies of 2018 that are inventing the future'.Having developed the world's first prescription medicine derived from the cannabis plant, Sativex®, which treats spasticity due to multiple sclerosis GW has now developed an oral formulation of purified cannabidiol (CBD), (approved as Epidiolex® in the U.S) for seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome or Dravet Syndrome, two rare and severe early-onset, drug-resistant epilepsy syndromes. This is in addition to our deep pipeline of clinical stage cannabinoid product candidates under development for both orphan and non-orphan indications with a particular focus on neurological conditions.In the UK we have close to 550 employees from a diverse range of backgrounds and disciplines based on four sites in Cambridge, Kent, London and Andover, along with employees working in the field. We also have a strong presence in the U.S. with around 250 U.S. employees, based both in Carlsbad, CA and in the field.We are continuing to build out our teams and are looking for talented individuals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, and to exemplifying our company values.Please go to for additional information.About the Role:To establish and operate world class planning and reporting function enabling fast and accurate business decisions. Develop and continuously improve the planning cycle in the International area with strong connection to the global planning cycle. Develop and continuously improve the controlling reports, their content and design, in order to support smooth understanding of business reality and forward-looking decisions. Assure the accuracy of underlying data (actuals and budget). Industrialise the production of such reports and pay attention to specific business needs. Include market analysis and participate on development of consolidated reporting tools.

Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain the International planning process and cycle throughout the year in alignment with the global cycle (budget, latest estimates and strategic plan)Continuously challenge and improve the planning process and cycle, so it fits the purpose of business needsDevelop and continuously improve templates, reports and other tools used for planning during the reviewsDevelop and continuously improve controlling reports and tools used in monthly controlling cycle and during specific business reviewsGuarantee the accuracy of reports (actuals and budget) through journal entries approval, account reconciliation and well-structured budgeting processSupport headcount reconciliation and reporting in partnership with HRCollaborate with FP&A, accounting and external data providers to enable data sourcing for the reports and tool. Focus on appropriate granularity and formatWork with business analytics function to develop reports including ex-factory and in market salesRecommend analytical indicators and drive their implementation in the planning and controlling reportsEnforce meaningful standardisation within International area, within global team and industrialise production of reports and other toolsListen to the specific business requirements and support ad hoc requestsConsider ad hoc requests as potential source of the continuous improvement initiativesBring modern and up to date external experience and inspiration to keep the best in class finance communicationKey Objectives: Detailed design of the International Planning process that leads to in time and high-quality submissionsHi quality planning templates, reports and tools supporting high value business discussions during planning cycleDeliver controlling tools and analytical indicators for international teamReporting factory with standard regular service catalog delivered to managementRegular innovation (facelifting) of the toolsAvailability of data sources and their accuracy. Support improvement of the closing timelinesRequirements:Extensive experience of working in a global planning and reporting teamsStrong IT skillsIn depth experience with ERP and corporate reporting systemsFocused on the Story telling through reportsExperience with innovative reporting solutions, dynamic, interactive reportsIn depth experience with large company budgeting processExperience from working within matrix organisationStrong financial analysis and business analysis skillsStrong presentation and communication skillsExperience in engagement and working with consultants Strong Microsoft Excel skills and database literacyAbility to handle priorities whilst under tight and demanding time pressuresSelf-motivated, driven individual with a commitment to high quality resultsAttention to detail, thorough and organised approach to workingCollaborative approach and used to working with senior stakeholdersExperience with Microsoft NavisionExperience with AdaptiveExperience with implementation of chatbots (early use of artificial intelligence)Join Us Full time