Head of Finance, Business Performance

Head of Finance, Business Performance & Planning Location: Humlebæk, DK Job Family: Finance Head of Finance, Business Performance & Planning Coloplast, Wound & Tissue Repair Coloplast is on an exciting journey and the bar has been set high with the recent launch of our 5-year strategy, Impact4. The new business unit ‘Wound and Tissue Repair’ (WTR) has been formed where we are creating an innovation leader by combining Kerecis (Biologics) and Advanced Wound Dressings. The ambition is to grow the business at around a double‑digit growth rate and improve profitability over the strategy period. To help deliver on this ambition, we are looking for a strong talent to join WTR Finance and lead the Business Performance & Planning team in Denmark. About the role The Head of Business Performance & Planning has high business impact and will be leading a strong team of five business finance professionals. The role involves interaction with colleagues across Coloplast and our business across the world. You will be responsible for ensuring tight performance management and financial planning. Leading the team means that you are expected to provide close guidance and support to team members whilst ensuring timely deliverables. In addition to guiding the team, you will also drive your own initiatives acting as a player‑coach. Our finance team often sees members move on to exciting new opportunities within the organization. As the leader of the team, you’ll be instrumental in nurturing our team’s growth, attracting top talent, and ensuring our continued success as team members advance their career. The business unit has a global footprint with main hubs in US, Germany, Iceland, and Denmark. The role is placed in Denmark and will be working with the wider Coloplast Finance community across the world. If you are an experienced finance professional that likes to work in a global fast paced setting with exposure to the commercial business and senior decision makers, then we suggest you keep on reading Unlock people potentials and drive impactful business acceleration In this leadership role, you will get the opportunity to work with talented people and together unlock our significant business opportunities. Passion for leading through others is required, and we are seeking an ambitious individual that is structured and has a business partner mindset. Specifically, you will: Set direction for Business Performance & Planning and drive strong results across the value chain Ensure high‑quality reporting with clear communication and data integrity Lead and coach a high‑performing team with energy and a can‑do mindset Own planning and coordination to deliver the finance annual wheel on time Drive proactive financial analysis with curiosity and continuous improvement Act as finance business partner for selected areas, enabling fact‑based decisions Lead performance management and reporting to C‑level leadership Control business performance across the full value chain Lead quarterly rolling forecasts (‘beyond budgeting’) Optimize finance processes and automate reporting (e.g. PowerBI) Provide analytical support to commercial functions and senior leadership Share best practices across Finance functions Travel expected: 10–20 days annually To be successful in this role, it is essential that you enjoy working in a matrix organisation with a multitude of stakeholders. It is essential that you are able to work with people from all layers of the organization. Competencies We believe the ideal candidate has the following competencies: 2+ years’ people management and 5+ years’ experience in Business Finance and/or FP&A Background in Healthcare or Medtech, ideally in a global setup Excellent financial and analytical skillset Clear communicator with strong interpersonal abilities Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and ERP systems experience PowerBI development experience is a plus International experience (study or work abroad preferred) Master’s degree in Finance or Accounting Fluent in English; Danish not required Moreover, we are looking for a person who role‑models the following: Strong business acumen, analytical skills, and strategic mindset with execution focus Situational leader with proven leadership capabilities Ambitious, passionate, and driven Thrives in fast‑paced environments with multiple priorities Embraces critical thinking and change with a collaborative approach At Coloplast we don’t just hire for the job – we hire for a career We therefore encourage our people to further their career by having a mobile mindset, whether being international ventures or within certain geographies. Interested? Please submit your application as soon as possible. We will take candidates into the recruitment process continuously, so do not hesitate to apply online through our recruitment portal. We will close the position once we have found the right candidate. Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16,000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, we are one of the world´s leading medical device companies. We are constantly growing our business and always looking for new ways to move forward – we explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things. Coloplast is committed to being an inclusive organization, where people bring their differences to work each day, fulfil their potential and have a strong sense of belonging because – and not despite – of their differences. We therefore encourage all qualified candidates to apply regardless of gender, age, race, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religious belief or physical ability. Coloplast Group - Holtedam 1 - Humlebaek - DK 3050 - Denmark #J-18808-Ljbffr