Senior Financial Analyst

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Company Information

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

Position Summary: How will you make an impact?

The ideal candidate will have the ability to drive business decisions through effective analysis and communication with management while providing financial support for Marietta site operations. This position will focus on improving short and long-term profitability of the site by maintaining the site’s R&O (risks and opportunities) roadmap as defined by the annual operating plan. This is an exceptional growth opportunity for a highly motivated professional to add value to the site.

What will you do?

• Support month-end close responsibilities.

• Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports detailing performance of key business metrics and underlying business drivers causing variances to expected results.

• Monthly revenue, cost, and expense analysis including detailed volume and mix analysis; monthly performance scorecards, site review package, and variances explanations vs. budget, prior year and prior quarter.

• Assist with development and presentation of monthly business reviews.

• Actively participate in and lead initiatives to improve execution and factory operational performance.

• Coordinate with all levels of management to gather, analyze, and communicate recommendations regarding financial plans and operating forecasts.

• Provide comprehensive finance support to enable delivery of productivity commitments (PPI).

• Partner with commercial leadership and site finance teams to support and drive the business with timely, accurate, value-added analysis and recommendations.

• Assist with development and presentation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), and Strategic Plan (STRAP) for the site.

• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Who we are looking for: experience, skills & abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred; candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related business field will also be considered.

• 2-8 years of direct experience in financial analysis, reporting, and accounting preferably within a large, matrixed organization and/or operations environment.

• Ability to manage multiple assignments, exercise good judgement, and prioritize projects and time effectively.

• Commitment to continuous learning, career progression and development, embrace additional responsibilities and seek opportunities to stretch capabilities.

• Excel expertise with advanced knowledge of pivot tables, charts, formulas, and modelling, along with ability to mine large data sets.

• Experience in the use of ERP systems (preferably SAP or equivalent) and HFM

• Experience in the use of Oracle Hyperion Essbase (Planning 2.0)

• Self-starter - ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to drive business processes and performance improvement.

• Effective oral and written communication skills when dealing with all levels within our organization.

• Ability to communicate results and issues to impacted business units across the company in a timely manner.

• Ability to develop high levels of credibility and forge solid and positive professional relationships with colleagues and leaders across multiple sites and divisions.

Work Environment:

Fully onsite

No relocation assistance provided at this time

About us:

Our work is more than something that fills our days. When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, you’ll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation. With revenues of $35 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. Each one of our 90,000 outstanding minds has a unique story to tell. It’s not just a career, it’s a chance to realise your best – professionally and personally.

Join us and contribute to our mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Apply today!

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.