Senior Strategic Finance Analyst - Global Ops & M&A

uscareers-waters; Milford (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters Corporation in the United States is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support strategic finance initiatives across our global manufacturing and distribution network. You will work closely with the Finance Director to deliver insights and drive integration efforts.

Responsibilities include financial modeling, scenario planning, business case development for transformation and footprint optimization, harmonizing processes, tracking synergies, and preparing executive-level reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA a plus.
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, preferably in manufacturing or global operations.
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling, forecasting, and data visualization.
• Experience supporting M&A integration and strategic planning initiatives.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed, and global environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Finance Director to deliver financial analysis and insights for strategic initiatives, M&A integration, and operational performance.
• Support financial modeling, scenario planning, and business case development for transformation and footprint optimization projects related to a recent acquisition.
• Assist in harmonizing financial processes across the Global Operations network.
• Prepare and analyze monthly synergy tracking performance reports, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with Strategy and Operations teams to ensure alignment of financial goals with business objectives.
• Contribute to executive-level presentations and reporting packages for senior leadership.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal controls and corporate policies.

Skills

Financial analysis

Financial modeling

Forecasting

Data visualization

Stakeholder engagement

M&A integration

Scenario planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA (preferred)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

ERP systems

Job description

Waters Corporation in the United States is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to support strategic finance initiatives across our global manufacturing and distribution network. You will work closely with the Finance Director to deliver insights and drive integration efforts.

Responsibilities include financial modeling, scenario planning, business case development for transformation and footprint optimization, harmonizing processes, tracking synergies, and preparing executive-level reporting.