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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $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, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our team of more than 100,000 colleagues 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. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
How you will make an impact:
The Liquid Handling Solutions is a ~$0.2B business within the Laboratory Plastics Essentials Business; Laboratory Products Group, supporting our customers in the manufacturing of life-changing and life-saving biologics.
As the Senior Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role for the Liquid Handling Solutions (LHS) business unit leading business partnering support to the Vice President / General Manager of the LHS business and their leadership team. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence financial goals and implement initiatives that drive the strategy of this business unit. This is a critical position where you can make a meaningful difference and drive the financial success of our business.
What you will do:
- Lead finance support for the LHS business unit, ensuring detailed execution of its financial processes and controls
- Partner with the LHS GM and their product management team on revenue forecasting, financial analyses and strategic decision-making
- Lead preparation and development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Strategic Operating Plan (STRAP), and monthly & quarterly business reviews
- Provide timely financial analysis and insights to support decision-making and drive business performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies and optimize profitability
- Understand and deploy the best methods to effectively communicate complex data and topics
- Identify, communicate, and manage risk & opportunities
- Participate in and lead strategic improvement initiatives within the business
How will you get here:
Education
- An undergraduate degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent experience
Experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years of business and finance experience
- Prior experience in a large global company and highly matrixed organization
- Proficient at understanding and proactively communicating the financial implications of business decisions and dynamics
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel for sophisticated financial analysis, reporting, and modeling; prior exposure to PowerBI, Hyperion, and Cognos is preferred
- Proven business partner with ability to influence indirectly and partner with leadership
- Intellectual curiosity, versatility, and adaptability
- Strong desire to formulate and drive operational improvements and challenge the status quo
- Ability to learn quickly and succeed in a fast-paced, dynamic organization
- Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work
- Good understanding of business processes, operations, and financial controls
- Skilled in effectively communicating information to various levels of management and capable of confidently expressing independent viewpoints
Travel requirements
- Up to 5-10% domestic/international travel required
Compensation and Benefits
The position will offer a competitive salary DOE.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
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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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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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