Financial Analyst at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience in a Finance or Accounting role
  • Proficiency in financial analysis and reporting, forecasting, process controls, and accounting knowledge
  • Ability to independently analyze data, identify trends, and draw logical conclusions to evaluate business performance
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; systems experience preferred, including Hyperion Planning, PowerBI or Business Intelligence Tools
  • Ability to build connections with customers, peers, and operating partners
  • Ability to consistently deliver outstanding results and support multiple projects while collaborating across teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to acquire, assess, and apply data to deliver insights and guide identification of risks and opportunities related to financial results compared to plan
  • Ability to effectively balance day-to-day finance responsibilities with operational aspects of business processes to implement key priorities
  • Clear and concise written, verbal, and relationship-building skills
  • Demonstrated drive, ambition, financial and analytical acuity, sound judgment, passion for customer experience, culture, mission, and vision of Thermo Fisher, dedication to continuous learning, career progression, and seeking stretch opportunities
  • Ability to challenge current state of core processes and drive innovative solutions using prior finance experience

Responsibilities

  • Provide financial planning and analysis support around monthly/quarterly reporting and planning/forecasting
  • Assist with developing Annual Operating Plans (AOPs) and monthly forecasts; conduct variance analyses, and other ad hoc analyses
  • Deliver key month-end close processes and post-close reporting for operating expenses including creation of journal entries and headcount tracking
  • Deliver operational improvements to drive efficiency and customer satisfaction
  • Exhibit proficiency with ad hoc projects and analyses
  • Work with direct leadership to drive Thermo Fisher Scientific’s financial planning and analysis processes for Corporate Functions

Skills

financial planning
financial analysis
forecasting
variance analysis
month-end close
journal entries
headcount tracking
data analysis
reporting
Excel
process improvement
accounting

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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