Financial Analyst I - Operations

ZEISS•Dublin, CA

About The Position

Join ZEISS as a Financial Analyst I and drive impact at the heart of a dynamic Medtech environment! This role involves bringing clarity into complex financial landscapes and helping teams make better decisions. You will shape the performance of our operations site, working closely with external strategic partners and driving change through insights, ideas, and a drive for continuous improvement. We are looking for a motivated, analytical, and forward-thinking Financial Controller who strengthens our operational backbone and accelerates smarter, faster decision-making across the site.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
2 years of finance experience (preferably FP&A) within healthcare, diagnostics, or manufacturing.
Affinity for production processes and shop-floor realities.
Strong analytical skills with proficiency in modeling, forecasting, budgeting, and MS Office.
Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and strong communication skills — including translating complex data into clear messages.
Knowledge of IFRS or US GAAP.
A proactive, curious mindset with a drive to simplify processes and support operational improvement.

Nice To Haves

MBA/CPA/CFA is a plus.
SAP is a plus.
Experience with tax filings or fixed assets is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Prepare and present monthly financial statements, forecasts, and operations reports to Top Management.
Conduct cost and variance analyses and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
Ensure financial accuracy through journal entries, reconciliations, and compliance with ZEISS reporting standards.
Drive automation to simplify processes and streamline reporting with central Operations Finance and local partners.
Partner with Operations to implement cost-avoidance and productivity measures.
Lead and coordinate the annual budgeting process across all Operations departments.
Support KPI dashboards, scorecards, and data-driven performance discussions.
Leverage analytics tools to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.
Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and stock efficiency.
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to improve inventory utilization.
Share insights and global best practices across our manufacturing network.
Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend data-driven improvements.