Financial Analyst

We are looking for a Financial Analyst to join Thermo Fisher Scientific in Uppsala.

This position will be located at our office in Uppsala, Sweden, which is the divisional headquarters.

As the Financial Analyst your role is crucial in driving strategic financial decision-making within IDD and actively participating in strategy development, reporting, and consolidation processes. Your primary responsibilities will involve managing the planning process, analyzing performance, and providing valuable insights to support business growth and profitability.

Additionally, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the financial oversight of the project related to the development and roll out of the new IDD platform. This entails monitoring project financials, offering financial guidance, and ensuring the project remains on track from a financial perspective.

Reporting directly to the Director of Finance FP&A, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and completeness of financial data and reports. You will be responsible for developing strong cross-functional business partnerships, improving processes, implementing business tools, and inspiring change management.

• Supporting and participating in the Tetris project, which includes maintaining and updating financial models and analytics. You will also prepare quarterly financial updates for the IDD Leadership Team (IDDLT).
• Supporting the global forecasting and planning processes, including the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR), and Monthly Business Reviews (MBR). This involves collaborating with teams across the organization to ensure accurate and comprehensive financial plans.
• Preparing monthly forecasts and conducting variance analyses to assess financial performance against budget and prior periods. By identifying key variances, you will make recommendations to optimize financial outcomes.
• Leading data analysis for the business, using complex data and problem-solving techniques to derive meaningful insights. This will involve demonstrating your analytical skills to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborating with other departments to align financial plans with operational strategies. As a strategic partner, you will provide financial expertise and guidance to ensure that financial goals are aligned with the overall business objectives.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of financial planning processes. This may involve using automation and digitization tools to streamline workflows, improve accuracy, and reduce manual effort.

To apply:

In this recruitment, Thermo Fisher is working with Randstad. If you have any questions regarding the role and recruiting process please contact Mari Jehrlander at mari.jehrlander@randstad.se. Please note that we can't accept applications via email.

• Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field.
• Expertise in financial planning and analysis systems. Proficiency in systems such as Oracle HFM, CMR, PLN, and Microsoft Excel is essential for conducting financial analysis, modeling, and reporting. Knowledge of GLA (General Ledger Accounting) systems is also desirable.
• Ability to handle large sets of data.
• Fluent in English.
• Experience in driving operational improvements and implementing high standards in the FP&A function.
• Strong communication and presentation skills. The capacity to effectively communicate financial information and insights is crucial for driving informed business decisions.

Personality:

You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to analyze complex financial data and derive actionable insights is crucial in identifying trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement. You also have organizational and multitasking skills; the ability to prioritize tasks, handle multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines while delivering results is important in a fast-paced environment.