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Sr. Financial Analyst - Molecular Biology

Pay
$103,100 – $154,700 per year
Location
Carlsbad, CA
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About the role

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How You Will Make an Impact

The Molecular Biology Business Unit generates $1B+ in annual revenue across a diverse product portfolio serving a wide range of end markets. We are seeking a high-performing Senior Financial Analyst to support the business through targeted commercial analytics, financial modeling, and forward-looking insights.

Reporting directly to the Senior Manager, Finance - Molecular Biology, this role offers exceptional visibility, leadership exposure, and career growth potential. You will serve as a trusted thought partner and strategic extension of the finance leader, indirectly helping to guide the Made-to-Order business performance while supporting business wide FP&A.

As a key partner to product, OEM, and support functions - you will influence all aspects of the P&L and Balance Sheet, including revenue, gross margin, operating expenses, net income, and capital investments.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is energized by strategic business leadership, forward-looking analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and proactive planning. We are a collaborative and performance-driven team seeking someone who will help elevate both the business and the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as key finance partner to Molecular Biology Business Unit by analyzing performance drivers, supporting pipeline and funnel reviews, and ensuring disciplined execution against revenue and margin targets
  • Partner directly with the Director / General Manager, Genomics Workflow Automation (GWA) performance through actionable financial insights, executive-level communication, KPI tracking, NPI support and revenue analysis
  • Financial support of Molecular Biology Operating Expense budget
  • Collaborate with the Molecular Biology FP&A leader to develop and refine monthly forecasts, ensuring accuracy and clear visibility to risks and opportunities
  • Support financial planning activities for the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Strategic 5-Year Plan (STRAP), translating business strategies into financial outcomes
  • Deliver price, volume, mix, and customer analytics to inform commercial and portfolio decision-making
  • Define and monitor critical performance metrics, and proactively drive initiatives to meet or exceed targets
  • Build and enhance financial models to support investment decisions, scenario planning, and strategic initiatives
  • Drive continuous improvement (PPI) within finance processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and scalability
  • Leverage systems and tools to automate reporting and streamline analytics where possible
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Keys to Success

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or other business-related discipline (MBA or CFA preferred)
  • 5+ years of progressive finance experience, ideally within a global, matrixed organization
  • Strong financial acumen with the ability to connect financial results to operational drivers and business strategy
  • Demonstrated ownership mindset with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving and continuous improvement
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and Power Point
  • Experience with Hyperion Planning, SmartView, or comparable financial systems
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information for executive audiences
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and functions
  • Comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-evolving environment with a willingness to embrace new challenges

Pay and benefits

We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 5%, tuition reimbursement, and a range of other employee benefits!

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $103,100.00-$154,700.00.

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
Read the original posting

From Thermofisher's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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