Regional Finance Manager - Life Science Group

ThermoFisher Scientific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading science solutions company in Singapore is seeking an experienced finance professional to join as a Finance Business Partner. The role involves strategic investments, financial recommendations, and collaborating with commercial leaders to drive business growth. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Finance and 8-10 years in Financial Planning and Analysis, with strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• At least 8-10 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis.
• Proven experience in working in a highly matrix environment.
• Country consolidation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive long-term growth through strategic investments.
• Provide financial recommendations and support for AOP.
• Liaise with functions for shipment and order status.

Skills

Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

Oracle E1

IBM Cognos

SQL scripting

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Position Summary:

This is a business-critical position reporting to the Southeast Asia FP&A Lead in Singapore. Managing a team of 2, You work closely with commercial leadership to improve commercial enterprises, devising strategies for business growth through financial planning and evaluation..

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Finance Business Partnering

• Drive long-term and profitable growth through strategic investments and price realization.

• Provide financial recommendations & support to the SEA commercial leader for various workstreams, including but not limited to Forecast/Annual Operating Plan/STRAP/QBRs/Gap Closure recommendations.

• Proactively managing expectations of senior level commercial and finance leaders

• Drive efficient and clear communication through standardized review formats and processes.

• CAPEX tracking in tandem with business outcomes

• Support ad-hoc analyses and requests as the need arises such as price modelling, organization review etc.

Financial Planning & Analysis / Sales Ops

• Provide financial insights through open order and inventory risk assessments, offering recommendations based on business understanding and data analysis.

• Proactively lead on calendars of financial activities to meet deliverables timelines.

• Participate and lead in territory sales forecasts/AOP/STRAP calls.

• Provide mentorship and collaborate with divisional analysts to drive process and report improvements.

• Quota setting and sales attainment computation.

• Actively participate and work closely with the commercial team to support the Commercial Leaders and regional team within SEA.

• Liaise with various functions, including customer fulfillment, to understand shipment and order status, ensuring forecast accuracy.

Education, Experience, and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or equivalent.

• At least 8-10 years of experience in Financial Planning and Analysis.

• Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities with advanced Excel skills.

• Applied knowledge of Oracle E1, IBM Cognos, and SQL scripting is an advantage.

• Country consolidation experience is a plus.

• Proven experience in working in a highly matrix environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess strong communication skills to effectively work with senior management

• Must be able to work under pressure in a complex matrix environment.

• Enjoy working in a dynamic business environment.

• Strong multi-tasking, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivated, hands-on, detailed, and meticulous.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.