Senior Financial Analyst

Thermo Fisher Scientific

. Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes, including month-end close, reporting, planning/forecasting, and analytics .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $94,600 - $142,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Proficient in leveraging AI and automation tools to enhance reporting accuracy and operational efficiency.

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Financial Planning And Analysis (FP&A)Budgeting And ForecastingMS Excel ExpertiseProcess ImprovementAI-Enabled Analytics

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingData AnalysisVariance InvestigationOperational EfficiencyAnalyticsMonth-End CloseContinuous ImprovementForecastingBudget System LoadingFinancial Processes

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailSelf-MotivatedFlexibleStrong Work EthicLeadership

Tools & Technologies

OraclePLN/CMRSAPAI ToolsAutomation Tools

Industry Keywords

AccountingFinanceEconomicsBusiness ManagementPractical Process Improvement (PPI)

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Oracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial processes, including month-end close, reporting, planning/forecasting, and analytics
Support preparation of the annual operating plan and monthly and quarterly business reviews (MBR/QBR)
Lead the division’s monthly forecast and annual budget system loading tie-out process
Provide guidance and support to business units
Complete close activities, investigate variances, and challenge assumptions to improve profitability and ensure accurate, timely reporting
Partner with IT stakeholders to analyze expenses and inform operational and strategic decisions
Drive continuous improvement and standardization of reporting and analytical processes
Use AI to automate routine reporting, forecasting, and analysis
Perform special projects and ad-hoc financial analysis supporting business performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, analytics, or business-or management related field required
5+ years of experience in FP&A, finance, accounting, or related analytical roles
Strong analytical and data gathering skills
Attention to detail and consistently delivering high-quality work
Ability to balance multiple priorities and tight time demands
Excellent skills with MS Excel required
Experience with Oracle, PLN/CMR, or SAP preferred
Self-motivated, flexible, and strong work ethic
Continuous Improvement approach: identify process and control gaps and champion improvement initiatives through Practical Process Improvement (PPI)
Experience with process improvement, automation, or AI-enabled analytics tools preferred
Exhibit leadership, initiative, and Thermo Fisher Scientific 4-I values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results
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
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted company stock purchase opportunity for eligible colleagues