JOB DESCRIPTION

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

EDUCATION

• An undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5-7 years of business and finance experience
• Prior experience in a large global company and highly matrixed organization
• Proficient at understanding and proactively communicating the financial implications of business decisions and dynamics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Demonstrated proficiency in Excel for sophisticated financial analysis, reporting, and modeling; prior exposure to PowerBI, Hyperion, and Cognos is preferred
• Proven business partner with ability to influence indirectly and partner with leadership
• Intellectual curiosity, versatility, and adaptability
• Strong desire to formulate and drive operational improvements and challenge the status quo
• Ability to learn quickly and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic organization
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Good understanding of business processes, operations, and financial controls
• Skilled in effectively communicating information to various levels of management and capable of confidently expressing independent viewpoints

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 5-10% domestic/international travel required

• Lead finance support for the PCS business unit, ensuring detailed execution of its financial processes and controls
• Partner with the PCS GM and their product management team on revenue forecasting, financial analyses and strategic decision-making
• Lead preparation and development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Strategic Operating Plan (STRAP), and monthly & quarterly business reviews
• Provide timely financial analysis and insights to support decision-making and drive business performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies and optimize profitability
• Understand and deploy the best methods to effectively communicate complex data and topics
• Identify, communicate, and manage risk & opportunities
• Participate in and lead strategic improvement initiatives within the business