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Finance Manager – MSD Service Finance (China)At Thermo Fisher Scientific, our Finance teams play a critical role in enabling business leaders to make informed, data-driven decisions that support our Mission and reinforce our position as a trusted industry leader. Our global Finance organization spans FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Reporting, Audit, and Business Finance, offering strong career development opportunities.
How you will make an impact:The MSD Service Finance team in China supports a critical and growing service business within the Materials & Structural Analysis Division, delivering advanced electron microscopy services and solutions to semiconductor, industrial, and life sciences customers.
We are seeking a Finance Manager (Individual Contributor) to serve as a key finance partner to China Service leadership. This role will drive financial planning, performance tracking, and operational finance processes, providing strong visibility and insights across revenue, booking, and margin performance. The position will play a critical role in supporting decision-making, enhancing financial discipline, and driving continuous improvement.
What you will do:Financial Planning & Performance Management- Lead AOP, QBR, STRAP, and MBR processes for Service Finance
- Own Revenue, Booking, and Gross Margin forecasting, including PLN loading and variance analysis
- Deliver monthly, quarterly, and ad hoc financial reporting, highlighting key drivers, risks, and opportunities
- Partner closely with Service, Operations, and Commercial teams to support business decisions and performance improvement
- Provide insights on B&S performance, backlog, and contract execution
- Support pricing and margin analysis, driving actionable recommendations
- Manage weekly and monthly tracking, including revenue pacing, contract tracking, and dashboards
- Maintain Service MBR reporting and KPI dashboards
- Ensure accuracy in ledger walk, FX impact, and financial reconciliations
- Support warranty assessment, EL management, and quarterly true-ups
- Monitor billing controls, de-booking, and settlement cases
- Identify risks and proactively support mitigation actions
- Advanced Degree with 8+ years of experience, or Bachelor’s Degree with 8+ years of experience in Finance
- Strong experience in FP&A, reporting, and business partnering, preferably in a service or operations environment
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills (Excel proficiency required)
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP/Oracle), Hyperion, and reporting tools
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to operate independently in a matrixed, fast-paced environment
- Strong ownership of Service financial performance (Revenue, Booking, Margin)
- High-quality business partnering and decision support
- Ability to drive visibility, discipline, and execution
- Continuous improvement mindset with focus on efficiency and scalability
Skills Required
- Advanced Degree with 8+ years of experience or Bachelor's Degree with 8+ years of experience in Finance
- Strong experience in FP&A, reporting, and business partnering
- Strong analytical and financial modeling skills with Excel proficiency
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), Hyperion, and reporting tools
- Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proven ability to operate independently in a matrixed, fast-paced environment
Thermo Fisher Scientific Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a strong company 401(k) match and an employee stock purchase plan that add meaningful long‑term value. Feedback suggests these features stand out among core financial benefits even when base pay feels average.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple national medical options alongside dental and vision, with company‑paid life and disability coverage. This breadth is considered a solid foundation even if some costs may not be the lowest among peers.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave, backup care, adoption assistance, and specialized family resources are available. Feedback suggests these supports are a notable plus for colleagues managing family and caregiving needs.
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What We Do
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $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, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team 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.
Why Work With Us
You will join a company which every colleague has the opportunity to create possibilities, for oneself, for our customers and patients. There is no more exciting place to be than at the forefront of solving problems which help improve lives around the world. As a company, we are committed to supporting your career aspirations and your journey.
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