Business Unit Sr Financial Analyst

Millipore Corporation; Rockville (MD); Hybride; USD 107 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Résumé du poste

MilliporeSigma in Rockville, MD seeks a Sr Financial Analyst / Business Unit Controller to partner with CTS leadership, ensure financial integrity, and drive data‑driven decisions aligned with IFRS and internal controls.

You will lead monthly closes, variance analysis, budgeting, long‑range planning, support audits, and implement process improvements while collaborating with global finance in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–7+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including business partnering or controllership roles.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior leaders.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Tableau, and Business Objects.
• Life Science sector experience is a plus.
• SOX compliance experience.

Responsabilités

• Financial Partnering & Advisory: Serve as the primary finance contact for assigned business unit(s), building strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned business areas.
• Planning and Business Case Preparation: Support business case preparation including market assessment, resource and capital inputs, profitability, scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis to inform strategic planning.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure compliance with company's internal control framework, SOX requirements, and corporate accounting policies.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve data quality, and enhance reporting efficiency.

Connaissances

Financial analysis

IFRS knowledge

Internal controls

Stakeholder communication

Data visualization

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Outils

SAP

Oracle

Hyperion

Tableau

Business Objects

Description du poste

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

The BioReliance Contract Testing Services (CTS) Business Unit Sr Financial Analyst serves as a strategic financial advisor and trusted partner to the CTS business units. This role bridges corporate finance with operational business teams, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and data-driven decision‑making. The Business Unit Controller provides financial leadership, analytical insights, and guidance to support business objectives while maintaining adherence to company accounting policies and internal controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Partnering & Advisory: Serve as the primary finance contact for assigned business unit(s), building strong relationships with business leaders and cross-functional teams. Provide proactive financial guidance and strategic insights to support business decisions, investments, and operational planning. Demonstrate excellent critical thinking and business analysis generating insights that add measurable value. Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Financial Reporting & Analysis: Lead the preparation, review, and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for assigned business areas. Perform variance analysis and communicate key drivers and risks to leadership. Ensure timely and accurate financial close activities in accordance with International Finance Regulatory Standards (IFRS) and company accounting policies.
• Planning and Business Case Preparation: Support business case preparation including market assessment, resource and capital inputs, profitability, scenario modeling and sensitivity analysis to inform strategic planning. Partner with business units to develop annual budgets, long‑range plans, and rolling forecasts.
• Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure compliance with company's internal control framework, SOX requirements, and corporate accounting policies. Identify control gaps and drive remediation efforts in collaboration with internal audit and the broader controllership team. Support external and internal audit processes, including preparation of audit schedules and responses to inquiries.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to streamline financial processes, improve data quality, and enhance reporting efficiency. Champion the adoption of digital tools and automation to drive operational excellence. Collaborate with shared services and global finance teams to standardize best practices.

Who You Are

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5-7+ years of progressive finance or accounting experience, including business partnering or controllership roles.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and communicate effectively with senior business leaders.
• Proficiency in financial systems and data visualization tools (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Tableau, Business Objects, etc).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Preferred Qualifications: MS, CPA, MBA, or CFA.
• Work experience in the Life Science sector.
• Experience with SOX compliance and audit management.
• Role ideally based in Rockville, MD on a hybrid basis.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range for this position: $107,000- $160,400. The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job‑related factors.
• Position may be eligible for sales or performance‑based bonuses.
• Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites.

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What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!