Sr. Financial Analyst - Molecular Biology
- Pay
- $103,100 – $154,700 per year
- Location
- Carlsbad, CA
- Listed
- Today
About the role
- Work Schedule
- Standard (Mon-Fri)
- Environmental Conditions
- Office
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
Equal opportunity and legal notices
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
From Thermofisher's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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