Financial Analyst III, GBS Finance

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Waltham, MA

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About The Position

We are seeking a Finance Analyst to join our Global Business Services (GBS) team to support the Finance Manager on company-wide financial processes and strategic projects, including the company-wide tariff mitigation program. Additionally, the role will support GBS company-wide productivity initiatives through business case development and analytics. The ideal candidate has a proven history of success as a skilled professional who showcases drive, ambition, strong analytical abilities, and emotional intelligence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or other relevant analytical background
• 2+ years of progressive work experience within a global organization
• History of business partnering as well as developing and implementing robust financial processes to drive effective decisions
• Communication: Excellent written, verbal and social skills, with the ability to tell a clear and concise story
• Strong business insight as well as the ability to make assumptions, identify trends, and effectively benchmark results against baselines.
• Self-starter - ability to work independently and navigate through ambiguity in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with a bias for action
• Embodies Thermo Fisher values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the following areas: accounting, financial reporting, FP&A, financial modeling, and program management
• Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail and ‘zooms in or out’ based on the audience and data at hand
• Navigates the interplay between financial systems (Hyperion Planning, HFM/CMR)
• Operates well in a fast-paced, heavily matrixed environment

Responsibilities

• Support the Procurement function’s monthly close and forecast cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and actionable commentary
• Assist the Finance Manager in developing the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), clearly defining funding assumptions and proposing cost management actions when necessary
• Provide financial analysis and decision support for GBS leadership on company-wide strategic projects, including the tariff mitigation program
• Create financial models and ensure a strong attention to detail
• Review monthly journal entries and provide variance analysis for operating expenses
• Support the standardization and continuous improvement of existing processes within the organization, promoting efficiency and effectiveness

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees