Atsushi Kitamura

CFO of Astellas Pharma with a background at Procter & Gamble and senior finance roles across multiple industries; brought in to strengthen financial discipline after major acquisitions and to lead transformation using technology and portfolio strategy.

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Oct 29, 2025 • 22min

1139: The Global Lens of Finance Leadership | Atsushi Kitamura, CFO, Astellas Pharma

Atsushi Kitamura, CFO of Astellas Pharma and former finance leader at Procter & Gamble, dives deep into the transformative challenges in pharma finance. He shares how his diverse experience shaped his approach to instilling financial discipline after a major acquisition. With over 40% of revenues at risk from a patent cliff, he unveils a three-part strategy focused on brand growth, scientific investment, and sustainable margins. Atsushi also highlights the shift from RPA to agentic AI, revolutionizing finance operations.

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