Strategic Financial Analyst, Molecular Biology FP&A

Thermo Fisher; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off (PTO) 120 hours

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in California is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to drive FP&A partnering for the Molecular Biology unit. You will influence the P&L and balance sheet, analyze performance drivers, and provide strategic financial insights to guide revenue growth and cost optimization.

You will work with the Senior Manager, Finance, to develop forecasts, contribute to AOP/STRAP, and deliver actionable analytics across product, OEM, and support functions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting (MBA/CFA preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive finance experience in a global, matrixed organization.
• Advanced Excel, Power BI, and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Experience with Hyperion Planning and SmartView.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication; ability to synthesize complex information for executives.
• Proven ability to collaborate across diverse teams and functions.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to adapt in a fast-evolving environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as key finance partner to Molecular Biology BU by analyzing performance drivers and supporting revenue/margin targets.
• Provide financial insights to GM for KPI tracking, NPI support, and revenue analysis.
• Support Molecular Biology OPEX budget and monthly forecasts; highlight risks and opportunities.
• Contribute to Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and 5-Year STRAP planning with financial outcomes.
• Deliver price, volume, mix, and customer analytics to inform portfolio decisions.
• Define and monitor performance metrics; drive initiatives to meet targets.
• Build financial models to support investments, scenarios, and strategic initiatives.
• Drive finance process improvements and automate reporting where possible.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business planning.

Skills

Financial analysis

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

MBA or CFA preferred

Tools

Hyperion Planning

SmartView

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in California is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to drive FP&A partnering for the Molecular Biology unit. You will influence the P&L and balance sheet, analyze performance drivers, and provide strategic financial insights to guide revenue growth and cost optimization.

You will work with the Senior Manager, Finance, to develop forecasts, contribute to AOP/STRAP, and deliver actionable analytics across product, OEM, and support functions.