Finance business partner

   

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic and growing organisation? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where you can shape operational performance and support strategic decision-making?
If yes, you might be the new Finance Business Partner we are looking for in our Azerbaijan affiliate

Your new role

We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to oversee key financial activities, and support operational performance in Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Georgia, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Tajikistan & Turkmenistan. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine financial acumen with operational experience in a multinational healthcare environment.

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Develop & monitor budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections and other financial planning processes
• Monitoring financial performance and ensuring accurate, timely reporting for local and regional stakeholders
• Collaborating with commercial team to drive financial performance
• Leading month-end and year-end closing activities, reconciliations, variance analysis and performance reporting
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards

 

Your New Department

This is a full-time position based in Baku and reporting to the NECIS Finance Manager. You will join a collaborative and highly driven affiliate team in Azerbaijan. The business works closely with regional and global stakeholders, external partners to ensure operational excellence. You will work closely with the commercial team across the company and external customers to ensure efficient operations and financial accuracy. Your role will be key in ensuring reliable processes and high-quality execution as the affiliate continues to grow.

Your skills and qualifications

We're seeking candidates who fulfil the following prerequisites:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Business Administration or a related field
• 3-5 years of experience in finance roles within multinational companies
• Proven skills in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and execution
• High proficiency in Excel and strong experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Experience working with pharmaceutical companies or distributors is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to present data clearly to non-financial stakeholders
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Strong command of written and spoken English, Russian is a plus
• High attention to detail, strong prioritisation and organisational skills

As a person, you work in a structured and organised manner, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and communicate clearly and proactively. You bring a business-oriented mindset and can collaborate effectively with partners across different functions and markets.

 

Working at Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company originated from Denmark, having operations across the world driven by 80+ affiliate teams by approximately 70.000 employees. Every day, we seek solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. We do this with an unconventional spirit, deep dedication and a determination to push beyond what we know. For over 100 years, this unordinary mindset has shaped a company driven by purpose, respect and a commitment to making a difference.

At Novo Nordisk, we embrace growth, experimentation and learning — always striving for excellence without expecting perfection. Whether in finance, commercial activities, operations or the supply chain, we all contribute to enabling better patient care.

We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a world of quick fixes, we focus on long-term solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and improve global health. Our unordinary mindset drives us to challenge conventional thinking, make healthcare more accessible, and push science further — because real, lasting impact requires an unordinary approach.

What we offer

Being part of a global healthcare company means continuous learning and development opportunities.
Our benefits and working culture are designed to support your professional aspirations and your life stage, providing a space where you can grow and thrive.

More information

If you believe you are qualified and eager to take on this challenge, please upload your CV and motivational letter directly via our online application system (click “Apply” and follow the instructions).

Deadline

20 February 2026

Please upload your CV (a motivational letter is optional, but you may add a few lines in your CV about why you are applying).
To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please avoid including a photo in your CV.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title in this advertisement may be subject to change. More information will be provided during the recruitment process.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all our job applicants.

 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

 

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.