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Senior Financial Analyst

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Senior Financial Analyst

Carlsbad, CA

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

Position Summary:

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our dynamic finance team. This role will primarily support consolidation activities and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting & analysis. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial analysis, consolidation, and reporting processes, demonstrating an acute attention to detail and a dedication to excellence.

This role is a key member of the team responsible for business partner support as well as supporting key operating mechanisms for Cell Biology business unit (BU) within Bioscience Division. This role will be providing strategic financial support, analysis, strategic modelling, overall reporting insight and guidance to the BU Leadership Team. This includes trend analysis, revenue anlaytics, monthly reporting and forecasting, and investment case analysis. In addition, this role will be supporting key operating mechanisms in the business such as forecasting, monthly business reviews, AOP, and STRAP. This individual will also actively support the Cell Bio NA commercial TSS team and act as the main finance partner of the Cell Bio commercial leader. The role is based in Carlsbad, CA and will report to a Senior Finance Manager.

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This is a high visibility role within the company, allowing you tremendous opportunity for learning and long-term career growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid financial background who enjoys high visibility, in-depth analytics, and operational improvement. We are passionate about professional growth and granting opportunities to progress through an exciting career at Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the consolidation and reporting of monthly actuals and forecasting of Cell Biology business unit
  • Assist with the preparation of monthly business reviews and drive key operating mechanisms within the business
  • Work closely with commercial, operations, and the business to identify areas to accelerate growth and drive productivity
  • Prepare and present consolidated business performance deck to senior management, providing insights and recommendations for strategic decision-making
  • Support Ad-hoc internal, Group, and Corporate requests as needed
  • Leverage and build upon data warehouse reporting through robust and intuitive PowerBI dashboards
  • Demonstrate FP&A role model leadership with timely, accurate, and valuable information.
  • Drive a continuous improvement approach with a focus on automation, enhancing processes, and elevating business partner support where applicable
  • Cultivate relationship with the Division FP&A and Systems team to drive reporting integrity and accuracy.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (CPA and/or MBA preferred)
  • 5+ years of professional experience in FP&A within a large, multi-national company
  • Full comprehension of financial documents and how to use them to analyze a business
  • Hyperion Enterprise and ERP system (e.g. SAP, HFM) experience strongly preferred; Power user of Excel, proficient in MS Office Word, PowerPoint and Power BI.
  • Demonstrated experience in a complex, multinational, heavily matrixed organization and confidence to interact with all levels of the organization
  • Strong leadership, problem solving, and team-oriented with collaborative style
  • Strong written and verbal communication and the ability to interpret and summarize financial analysis results in a clear, concise, and accurate manner
  • Strong business partner with critical thinking and data-driven analytical skills
  • Desire to formulate and drive improvements in execution, with confidence to challenge current processes

Employee Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Professional development and career growth opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Tuition reimbursement

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $103,100.00-$160,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Client-provided location(s): Carlsbad, CA, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01293921
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program