Job DescriptionWhen you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do ambitious work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create meaningful contributions to the world.As a Senior Financial Analyst within our organization, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Life Sciences Group (LSG) FP&A management reporting team. In this position, you will be responsible for driving key operating mechanisms such as forecasting, reporting, and strategic planning. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Finance, you will join a team dedicated to continuous improvement, process excellence and collaboration. This role holds significant visibility within our company, providing you with tremendous opportunities for learning and long-term career growth. We are seeking a candidate with a strong financial background who enjoys working in a high-visibility role, conducting in-depth analytics, and engaging in proactive process planning.Responsibilities:
Accurate and timely completion of month end close process for $7B LSG business
Prepare and analyze financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
Conduct variance analysis, comparing actual results against forecast and budgets, identifying trends, assessing KPI’s and providing insights and recommendations to finance leadership
Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including but not limited to; consolidating Division submissions, loading Group forecasts, and facilitating tie out processes in a highly matrixed environment
Continuously evaluate and enhance financial reporting portfolio, identifying opportunities to automate, streamline, and improve insights
Leverage systems and tools to automate reporting processes wherever applicable, streamlining efficiency and accuracy
Become trusted partner for all LSG FP&A reporting and analytics
Perform ad-hoc analysis and provide business insights to support leadership decision making
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a similar field
3+ years of progressive experience in Finance
Comprehension of financial statements and how to use them to analyze a business
Independent, problem solver with a mindset for continuous improvement
High level of attention to detail and organization
Outstanding Excel and data analytics skills; demonstrates intellectual curiosity
Experience with Hyperion Planning, SmartView, or similar systems
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong ability to communicate and collaborate with senior management
Experience in a complex, multinational, heavily matrixed organization
Embraces challenges in a continuously evolving environment
Compensation and BenefitsThe salary range estimated for this position based in California is $103,100.00–$154,700.00.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-rewardsThermo 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.