Business Controls Function (BCF) Automation Manager

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting work happens every day, in every department. From optimizing a production line to the latest breakthroughs in cell therapy, this is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it. You’ll get the chance to grow and thrive through opportunities uncommon in scale and scope, alongside high-achieving teams. Take your career farther than you thought possible. Bristol Myers Squibb recognizes the importance of balance and flexibility in our work environment. We offer a wide variety of competitive benefits, services and programs that provide our employees with the resources to pursue their goals, both at work and in their personal lives. Read more: careers.bms.com/working-with-us . At Bristol Myers Squibb, we’re creating innovative medicines for patients who are fighting serious diseases. We’re also nurturing our own team with inspiring work and challenging career options. No matter our role, each of us makes a contribution. And that makes all the difference. The BCF Automation Manager will be a highly collaborative member of the BCF. This exceptional team member will support BMS’s business controls activities in BMS’s Hyderabad CoE, and demonstrate the following attributes: Expertise in driving analytical and creative solutions using innovative techniques and automation tools (specific tools noted in the requirements section below) Deep understanding of the business landscape, market trends, and industry dynamics Outstanding ability to forge strong partnerships across the organization to provide insights and guidance to cross-functional teams Open communication and cooperation to ensure BCF activities are executed seamlessly Successful candidates will possess excellent leadership skills, inspiring and motivating team members to deliver exceptional results. A minimum of 5-7 years of experience is required. The position will be based in the BMS’s Hyderabad Location (expected 50% in-person). Key Responsibilities and Major Duties: Automation and process excellence Execute control automation roadmap aligned to transformation initiatives, SOX control automation and BCF activities Strong project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in a fast-changing environment Enable continuous controls monitoring capabilities using analytics and rule-based testing across high-risk processes. Partner with IT to ensure control-relevant system features are enabled (system workflows, configuration checks, etc.). Drive simplification of finance processes to reduce control complexity Leverage enabling technologies to automate and monitor controls through design and test procedures Ensure automation solutions meet SOX controls requirements, maintain audit-ready documentation, and support internal/external audits. Drive adoption through communication and measure outcomes (reduce manual effort, reduce time commitment, cost savings) Provides training and technical guidance to BCF team members on automations and associated process changes Relationship management and teaming   Holds self and others to timelines, quality, and accuracy  Develops strong relationships with all stakeholders to understand processes and controls and identify opportunities to automate Risk management   Articulates material risks and opportunities and takes an active role in designing and executing response or contingency plans  Degree/Certification/Licensure Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or CA / CPA preferred. Experience – Responsibility and minimum number of years A minimum of 7-9 years of experience Compliance and controls experience within the pharmaceutical industry preferred Public accounting experience preferred Competencies – knowledge, skills, abilities, other Knowledge