Financial Analyst I

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Bausch + Lomb has a comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products fully integrated and built to serve customers across the full spectrum of eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers worldwide. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health and believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future. Financial Analyst, Corporate FP&A is a key member of the finance organization, supporting core financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis. This role partners closely with cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely, and actionable financial insights that support decision‑making. The analyst will contribute to the development of planning processes, reporting enhancements, and analytical frameworks to improve financial visibility, operational efficiency, and overall business performance. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail‑oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment and communicate insights effectively to a variety of stakeholders. Responsibilities Support the annual operating plan, forecast, and long‑range planning processes, including periodic updates and analysis Partner with stakeholders to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment across planning cycles Assist in developing financial models and analyses to support forecasting accuracy and business insights Financial Analysis & Reporting Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and business partners Analyze actual results versus budget/forecast, identify key variances, and provide clear explanations of performance drivers Support consolidation of financial results and contribute to management reporting materials Month‑End Close & Expense Management Support month‑end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, and variance analysis Own and maintain monthly cost trackers, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with financial reporting Coordinate with Accounting and finance teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting Business Partnership Collaborate cross‑functionally with Finance, Accounting, and other business functions to support financial planning and analysis activities Provide analytical support to business partners to help drive informed decision‑making Process Improvement & Special Projects Identify and implement opportunities to improve planning, reporting, and data management processes Support system enhancements, reporting automation, and process standardization initiatives Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed Education and Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field required. 2+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related analytical role. Skills Required Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into meaningful insights Solid understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to different audiences Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build strong working relationships Experience with financial planning or enterprise reporting systems preferred Experience in large, complex, or highly regulated environments is a plus This position may be available in the following location(s): US - Bridgewater, NJ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $60,000.00 and $75,000.00. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short‑term and/or long‑term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well‑being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bausch & Lomb GmbH