Finance business partner r&d

PAre you an experienced Finance Business Partner with a passion for innovation and life sciences? Do you enjoy partnering with senior stakeholders, influencing strategic investment decisions, and supporting the development of breakthrough therapies?brargenx is looking for a Finance Business Partner RD to join its growing Finance team in Ghent. In this highly visible role, you will work closely with RD, TechOps/CMC and asset development teams, providing financial insights that support key business decisions across the drug development lifecycle.brYou will join a high-performing Finance team of seven professionals within a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. This position has become available following an internal promotion, highlighting the strong career development opportunities within argenx. /pbrpbYour responsibilities as Finance Business Partner RD /b /pulliPartner with RD, TechOps/CMC and asset development teams to provide strategic financial guidance. /liliTranslate development plans and pipeline milestones into budgets, forecasts and scenario analyses. /liliLead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning activities for assigned functions. /liliMonitor financial performance, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations. /liliDevelop financial models and ensure accurate tracking of RD activities and external vendor spend. /liliDeliver dashboards, KPIs and financial analyses to support business decisions and portfolio prioritisation. /liliRepresent Finance during programme reviews and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders. /liliSupport process improvements, automation initiatives and AI-driven efficiencies. /li /ul brpbAbout you /b /pulli8+ years of experience in FPA, financial planning analysis or finance business partnering within biotech, pharmaceutical or life sciences environments. /liliStrong understanding of RD operations and drug development activities. /liliProven experience managing complex budgets, forecasts and accruals. /liliProficiency with ERP and EPM systems as well as advanced financial modelling. /liliMaster's degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting or a related discipline; CPA, CIMA or CFA is considered an asset. /liliStrong analytical and business partnering skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. /liliCurious, proactive and hands-on, with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving. /liliComfortable working independently while building strong relationships across the organisation. /liliThrives in a collaborative environment that values accountability, innovation and continuous learning. /li /ul brpbWhat argenx offers /b /pulliAnnual base salary of €100,000 - €137,500, including a company car, plus a comprehensive benefits package; /liulliRepresentation allowance. /liliMeal vouchers. /liliGroup insurance and hospitalisation insurance. /lili32 vacation days per year. /li /ulliParticipation in both short-term and long-term incentive programmes, including a bonus plan. /liliDirect exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making. /liliThe opportunity to partner with leading scientists and business leaders in a fast-growing biotechnology company. /liliA collaborative, high-performing culture where curiosity, innovation and ownership are encouraged. /liliThe chance to contribute to the development of innovative therapies that make a meaningful difference for patients worldwide. /li /ulpbLocation /b /ppbbr /bThis role is based in Ghent, Belgium.brWe welcome applications from both local and international candidates. The ideal candidate is willing to relocate to Belgium and work from Ghent, a vibrant and international city located in the heart of Europe. For international professionals, Ghent offers an excellent quality of life, strong English-speaking work environments, and easy access to major European cities such as Brussels, Paris, London and Amsterdam. /ppbWhy join argenx? /b /ppThis is a unique opportunity for a Finance Business Partner, FPA Manager or RD Finance professional who wants to combine strategic finance with cutting-edge science. You will play a key role in supporting investment decisions, shaping financial strategy and helping drive the future growth of a leading global biotechnology company. /p pIf you are looking for a role where you can influence strategic decisions, work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to life-changing innovation, we would love to hear from you. /p pbHiring Manager: Aditi Agarwal /b /p brDevelopment Plans, Innovation, Financial Modeling, Budget Process, KPI, Problem Management, Influential Skills, Practicality, Business, EPM, Economy, Management, Asset, Business Decisions, Finance, Asset Development, Budget, Stakeholders, Forecasting, Dashboard, Pharmaceuticals, Accounting, CIMA, Pipelines, Forecasting, Financial Guidance, Accruals, Team Building, Risk Identification, Proactivity, Life Science, Adult education, RD, CFA, Senior Stakeholders, Cross Functionality, Business partnering, Operations, Accountability, Activity Planning, Biotechnology, Scenario Analysis, Process Development, CMC, Financial analysis, Automation, Financial Modeling, FPA AccountingbrpJBRP1_BE /p