About the role
This is where your work makes a difference.
At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.
Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.
Your role at Baxter
As a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A – Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), you will play a meaningful role in supporting Month End Close (MEC), planning and forecasting, and financial analysis across Global Plants, Regional teams, and Planning & Fulfillment operations.
This role is responsible for driving clarity and execution through rigorous financial analysis, improving workflows, and insight generation to support operational and strategic decision‑making.
Your Team
At Baxter, our mission to save and sustain lives is supported by a strong business model and over 90 years of success and growth. You will have the responsibility and privilege of translating vast amounts of data into relevant insights that help teams learn and adapt along the way!
What you'll be doing
Own and actively support Month End Close (MEC) activities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with financial controls.
Lead variance analysis for actual vs. plan/forecast results, including root cause investigation and identification of key business drivers.
Partner closely with in region business partners, Planning & Fulfillment teams, and manufacturing stakeholders to understand performance and operational drivers.
Translate financial results into clear, concise insights and narratives for leadership, helping move from ambiguity to actionable clarity.
Support the development and execution of budgets, forecasts, and strategic plans, including system uploads and adjustments.
Deliver comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including interpretation of trends, risks, and opportunities.
Perform ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to address business issues, investigate anomalies, and support decision making.
Identify gaps between current processes and desired future state, proposing improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
Support continuous improvement efforts by updating process flows, operating manuals, SOPs, and training documentation.
Leverage analytical tools (e.g., Power BI, Cognos, Tableau) to enhance reporting, visualization, and insight generation.
Support finance leadership with cross functional initiatives related to systems, processes, and policy improvements.
What you'll bring
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
3+ years of experience in FP&A, financial analysis, accounting, or related roles
Strong understanding of financial documents, accounting fundamentals, and cost drivers
Demonstrated ability to perform deep analytical work, investigate variances, and solve complex problems
Experience supporting manufacturing / supply chain environments (strong plus)
Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or JDE (plus)
Advanced Excel skills; strong PowerPoint storytelling
Experience using Power BI, Cognos, and/or Tableau for reporting and analytics
Ability to work effectively in ambiguous environments and bring structure and clarity
Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and partner across functions
Fully bilingual English / Spanish required
Equal Employment Opportunity
Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodations
Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
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Skills & Tags
Aplyr's read
Baxter International is a leader in healthcare innovation, attracting professionals dedicated to advancing medical technologies and improving patient care globally.
What's promising
- •Strong focus on innovation in medical products and therapies.
- •Global presence offers diverse career opportunities across various healthcare sectors.
- •Commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility enhances company reputation.
What to watch
- •Recent restructuring efforts may lead to job uncertainties.
- •High competition in the healthcare industry could impact market share.
- •Regulatory challenges in different markets may affect product launches.
Why Baxter International
- •Specializes in renal care and medication delivery systems.
- •Pioneers in developing advanced surgical products and therapies.
- •Emphasizes employee development through diverse roles and career paths.
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About Baxter International
Baxter International Inc. is a global healthcare company that develops, manufactures, and markets a wide range of medical products, including those for renal care, medication delivery, and surgical products.
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