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Sr Financial Analyst

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr Financial Analyst

Alzenau in Unterfranken, Germany

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Office

Job Description

We seek a hands-on Finance professional with excellent analytical and interpersonal skills to support the Laboratory Equipment Division (LED) - Service EMEA leadership team as a Senior Financial Analyst. The Service business resides within Instrument and Enterprise Services (IES) and has reporting responsibilities with LED, which allows for excellent exposure across multiple divisions, leadership teams, and finance colleagues.

In this role, you will focus on core FP&A activities such as monthly business reviews (MBR), forecasting/planning, month end close processes and ad hoc analysis. You will use a broad range of financial tools including SAP ERP system, Microsoft Excel (including ERP add-ins) and Power BI improve financial reporting and enable better understanding of the key business trends & dynamics. You will support the regional PPI team to standardize processes, build new efficiencies and apply financial analysis to support business growth.

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A successful candidate will be eager to learn more around how business processes are influencing the financials. Furthermore, the position offers the right candidate an important seat at the table of a growing and complex business with potential for future career growth and development!

Primary Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for consolidating EMEA LED Service financials for weekly pacing calls, monthly business reviews, 5-Year Strategic Planning (STRAP) and Annual Operating Plan (AOP).
  • Primary business partner for EMEA Sales and Field Service teams. A strong candidate will be excited to learn the business and advise on key financial topics (investments, projects, risk analysis and more).
  • Develop reporting solutions that set the standard in terms of analytical insight and user experience.
  • Present financial results in weekly pacing calls and MBR's. Desire to improve reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Build financial models to support Product Management/Marketing org related to New Service Introductions (NSI's) and marketing campaigns.
  • Lead projects in partnership with service org, IT, Global Business Services (GBS), Controllership and others.
  • Leverage SAP ERP system to pull data and prepare monthly journal entries.
  • Champion PPI projects to drive process and efficiency improvement. Develop and implement meaningful financial metrics, partner on implementation, and measure results.
  • Ability to collaborate with global, cross-functional teams.
  • Support other EMEA FP&A teams with analytics and reporting on IES-specific requests.
  • Partner with HR & functional owners for monthly headcount reporting clarity and planning.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Undergraduate degree in accounting, finance, business, math or computer science.
  • 3 years of experience within Finance/Accounting. (Service experience preferred)
  • 1 year of experience in financial ERP system SAP PR1.
  • Outstanding quantitative and analytical capabilities with Microsoft Excel
  • Must have the ability to multi-task in a highly matrixed environment.

Characteristics

  • Motivated, self-starter with strong drive for results. Proven passion for knowing and meeting customer requirements. Roll-up sleeves approach.
  • Operationally focused, possessing a consultative business partner philosophy. Proven record of collaboration with cross-functional management to drive Revenue & EBITA improvement results.
  • Proactive communication capabilities, identifying and addressing issues via an open, candid dialog.
  • Impressive analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate and articulate business impact in financial terms.
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical team members.
  • Drive and desire to learn and grow both technical and functional skills.
  • High energy; can bring a passion to excel.
  • Possess a strong set of personal and business values that coincide with those of the 4I's (Integrity, Intensity, Innovation & Involvement).
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.
  • Ability to travel occasionally (< 10%).

Client-provided location(s): 63505 Langenselbold, Germany
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01291171_1006
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