Director, European Treasury Centre

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Position Title: Director, European Treasury Centre Department: Global Business Operations Location: Bristol Myers Squibb, Dublin, Ireland Summary: The Director, European Treasury Centre is responsible for providing leadership and defining strategic direction over all aspects of European & Asia Pacific Treasury Operations (35+ countries), aligned with achievement of BMS long-term financial and operational objectives and goals. The candidate will also ensure alignment with US Treasury and Accounting teams, local Finance Directors, GFS, Corporate Tax and external advisors & partners on all Treasury, Tax and Accounting strategy and operational matters while ensuring compliance with internal control policies and external regulations. Key Responsibilities include: Lead the Dublin based European Treasury Centre team, including defining strategy, setting objectives, coaching, mentoring and supporting developmental growth opportunities Oversight of cash positioning for Europe/Asia Pac to ensure efficient cash liquidity to support business operations Maintain strategic focus to identify innovative opportunities to enhance Treasury practices and drive productivity in a rapidly changing environment by engaging with external advisors, partner banks and peer groups Subject Matter Expert for Quantum Treasury Management System, partnering with the Director Technology & Transformation on Quantum enhancements & upgrade projects Ownership of BMS global intercompany credit rating and loan pricing model ensuring a robust process that adheres to latest best practices and arms-length pricing for 150+ loans across multiple currencies Lead as the Treasury expert for planning, strategy & execution in tax planning projects, distributions, capitalizations, intercompany loans and legal entity reorganization, engaging with the US-based International Treasury team, Corporate Tax, local markets, external advisors & partner banks Manage banking strategy and relationships for key partner banks in Europe/Asia Pac and drive efforts to consolidate and streamline banking structure and reduce bank fees Formulate strategies for mitigation and management of company balance sheet FX exposures Define strategy for management of non-USD investment portfolio including review of long-term Euro and other currency forecasts, in partnership and aligned with the US-based Financial Risk Management team Drive adherence to company policies and internal control standards including SOX controls; seek opportunities to streamline and implement practices to strengthen controls across all treasury operations in line with focus on safeguarding company assets Foster and maintain effective work relationships both internally and with key partner banks & advisors Lead treasury projects for acquired businesses, new business activities and divestitures Liaise with tax department & external tax advisors on tax matters including tax compliance, audit queries, tax strategy and planning activities Will act as Director for Irish Treasury Companies BMSIC & BMS Delta with full responsibility for all legal entity accounting, taxation and company secretarial matters Act as Director for Irish Captive Insurance & Commercial affiliates providing Treasury expertise into operational and strategic matters Lead and delegate ad-hoc projects and assignments, as needed Requirements: BS Accounting/Finance, MBA preferred. At a minimum of 15 years of experience in some combination of proven executive leadership in treasury and finance roles with a complex, global organization of significant scale. Knowledge of cash management principles and treasury management systems (Quantum a plus). Strong systems expertise in increasing concerning area of fraud and cyber security. Strong analytical skills combined with functional technical knowledge of treasury operations. Proven track record of success in a collaborative and participatory management style; and possess the ability to work closely with professionals and staff at all levels. Excellent listening skills. Culturally conscious and able to influence and partner with associates in all functions on a global basis. A demonstrated ability to drive transformation, process improvement and strategy for a treasury function. Strong partnership and collaborative style with outstanding communication skills (written, verbal and presentation). Engaging, informative, brief, to the point. Fast mover, nimble and decisive, balancing control with flexibility, procedure with simplicity, while creating an environment of performance and results. High attention to detail as well as an ability to achieve results through delegation. If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn’t perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be one step away from work that will transform your life and career. Uniquely Interesting Work, Life-changing Careers With a single vision as inspiring as “Transforming patients’ lives through science™ ”, every BMS employee plays an integral role in work that goes far beyond ordinary. Each of us is empowered to apply our individual talents and unique perspectives in an inclusive culture, promoting diversity in clinical trials, while our shared values of passion, innovation, urgency, accountability, inclusion and integrity bring out the highest potential of each of our colleagues. On-site Protocol Physical presence at the BMS worksite or physical presence in the field is a necessary job function of this role, which the Company deems critical to collaboration, innovation, productivity, employee well-being and engagement, and it enhances the Company culture. BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can perform complex functions through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request an accommodation prior to accepting a job offer. 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