Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
OfficeJob Description
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $50 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 sophisticated analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or growing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 120,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding 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 and Patheon. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
Manager, Finance
The successful candidate will lead all financial activities at the site while ensuring that all are performed in a safe, efficient and effective manner:
AOP and Monthly Forecasting
Financial Reporting, Control and Compliance
Capital Review Governance
Exploitation of Site Business Systems and Services
Ensure site leadership team has a solid understanding of key financials
Accountability
Member of Bend Site Leadership Team
Interact directly with site & BU finance team for reporting to above site groups
Responsible for review of balance sheets accounts
Support Financial Audits & Sarbanes Oxley audits.
Actively support the culture of continuous improvement, working towards standardization and improved performance
Operate according to agreed processes and in compliance with Thermo Fisher Scientific policies and procedures
Decision Making Responsibility
Able to work under limited direct supervision and complete assignments with limited instruction
Provide insight and be true business partner to GM and Site Leadership Team
Participate in and deliver operational improvement and other projects within and outside of Finance group as appropriate
Delivery of agreed objectives for area of responsibility, building positive relationships to influence and implement change
Quality Responsibilities
Perform duties in a compliant manner and behave in accordance with our Quality Management System requirements
Participate fully in our site’s quality initiatives and ensure that all relevant quality standards are adhered to
Read and understand relevant Standard Operating Procedures and Global Quality applicable to role
Interpersonal Skills
Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate team interactions and partner with and influence key partners (including Finance, R&D, Product Management and the Commercial team)
Good facilitation and presentation skills
Must be highly collaborative: enjoys working in a diverse team and contributes to a positive work environment
Logical thinking and attention to detail.
Leads by good example and exemplifies Thermo Fisher Scientifics 4i principles
Strong PC skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Education
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
Finance/Accounting designation is preferred
Experience
Proven experience in Finance related roles, preferably in a manufacturing organization.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong systems knowledge and experience, with advanced capabilities in modern financial technologies, including SAP, ChangePoint, Power BI, SmartSheet, and Microsoft Office programs
Proven ability to implement continuous improvement projects through digital and automation initiatives
Solid understanding of budgeting, financial forecasting, accounting cycle, internal controls and auditing requirements
Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with the English language and the ability to communicate with non-accounting professionals clearly and concisely
Equivalency
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.