Sr. Financial Analyst
$103,100–$154,700 year
On-siteWaltham, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Develop and lead financial planning and analysis for Annual Operating Planning, Monthly Forecasting, and Quarterly Business Reviews, including report consolidation, variance analyses, and trend tracking. Track spending trends to identify factors driving variances to key comparable points and perform financial modeling for the Shared Services organization. Collaborate with functional leaders and Global Finance colleagues to optimize P&L, develop standard process sharing practices, and leverage digital technology and artificial intelligence to drive transformation and efficiency.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in Finance or Accounting
- Strong financial modeling, analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen detail-orientation
- Knowledge of internal control environments and technical accounting principles (Capital Expense v. Operating Expense)
- Outstanding relationship building: ability to influence varying levels of leadership
- Ability to naturally build cross-functional relationships and drive accountability with customers, peers, and operating partners
- Technical ability to effectively navigate interplay between all financial systems (Oracle, SAP, Enterprise Data Warehouse, Hyperion Planning, Hyperion Financial Management/CMR) and advanced Microsoft Office skills
- Capacity to successfully navigate and thrive in a heavily matrixed environment
- Outstanding prioritization skills (strong ability to lead multiple and meaningful priorities)
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and financial modeling skills
- Consistent track record of driving business accountability and continuous improvement activities
- Superior communication skills
- Embodiment of Thermo Fisher's core values: Integrity, Intensity, Involvement, and Innovation
- Capability to effectively and efficiently handle several projects at once
- Demonstrates strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Ability to effectively and articulately communicate instructions, issues and project statuses
- Ability to think strategically, work independently & demonstrate to be a strong teammate
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Good organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
- Self-starter and detail oriented
- Experience with data management and reporting software tools including sophisticated level knowledge of Microsoft Excel application, Cognos, and SAP
- Proficiency with the English Language
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in large global company and highly matrixed organization preferred
- Knowledge in Hyperion Planning and HFM/CMR preferred
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