Senior Financial Analyst

Job Title Senior Financial Analyst Location GSK (Collegeville) - Customer Site, PA Job Description The Sr. Financial Analyst is responsible for providing strategic business analysis, merging complex datasets, and creating clear, insightful reporting in a client‑facing role. In partnership with the client, the analyst leads efforts to establish data standards, optimize business processes, and identify drivers of financial performance. The role works with Service Delivery, Service Operations, Program Management, Finance, and Customer Success Management teams and serves as the central point of contact for all financial data and reporting to ensure visibility to financial drivers for the OneSource Business. Responsibilities Be responsible for accurate and timely financial reporting for the assigned business unit Support all month‑end close activities Prepare monthly forecasts and annual budgets in close collaboration with operational teams Perform variance analysis against budget and forecast, providing clear and insightful commentary Drive operational and contract support teams to achieve key financial KPIs Own and maintain the financial ERP setup to ensure contracts and transactions are reflected accurately Act as a trusted finance business partner, supporting operational teams on all contract‑related financial matters Deliver ad‑hoc financial reporting as requested Perform financial transaction processing and cost allocations within client systems as required Maintain standardized financial and operational KPI reporting to monitor delivery Provide clear variance analysis, identifying risks, opportunities, and drivers of performance Ensure consistency and transparency in account financial reporting Ensure accounting standards and financial controls are applied consistently Translate complex financial data into clear insights for senior leadership Attend internal and external meetings as required Critical Skills Technical Data Analysis & Visualization: Proficiency in extracting, transforming, and presenting large datasets using tools such as Alteryx and Power BI Accounting Acumen: Solid understanding of GAAP, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow dynamics to ensure analytical accuracy Analytical Business Partnering: Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for non‑finance stakeholders Critical Thinking: Identify trends, anomalies, and root causes in financial data; move beyond reporting numbers to explaining them Forecast Accuracy: Demonstrated ability to build reliable forecasts and continuously improve prediction methodology Interpersonal & Leadership: Executive Communication – comfortable presenting findings and recommendations to senior leadership with confidence and clarity Cross‑functional Collaboration: Experience working with Sales, Operations, Marketing, and other departments to align financial goals Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy in all deliverables, particularly in high‑stakes reporting environments Self‑Starter: Proactively identifies problems and proposes solutions without waiting for direction Adaptability: Comfortable operating in ambiguous, fast‑changing environments; ability to reprioritize quickly in response to shifting business needs Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA a plus 4–6+ years of financial analysis experience Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial modeling; experience with BI tools (Tableau, Power BI) preferred Experience with SAP ERP systems Strong analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Annual compensation range: $80,000 to $100,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, and individual qualifications such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Equal Opportunity Employer PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr