Finance Analyst I (Opex Analyst)

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Job Title: FP&A Analyst I

Corporate FP&A team, Japan

When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will do important work. Surrounded by collaborative colleagues, you will have the support and opportunities that only a global leader can give you. Our respected, growing organization has an exceptional strategy for the near term and beyond. Take your place on our strong team and help us make significant contributions to the world.

Location:  Mita/Tokyo

Reports To: FP&A Senior Manager

Position Summary:  

The position is a key role to manage Japan total Opex as Corp FP&A in Thermo Fisher scientific in Japan. As a strategic business partner, the position will actively work with CFO and back-office leaders in Japan as well as regional/global Finance counterparts.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare annual operating plan, monthly and mid-term forecasts, and long-term strategic plan.
• Forecast, track, analyze commercial P/L as well as preparing monthly/quarterly business review package.
• Monitor performance indicators, highlighting trends and analyzing causes of variance. Find opportunities to improve financial performance.
• Develop financial models and perform financial analysis to support management decision making process.
• Effectively collaborate closely with Global division/Commercial/Finance and APAC Commercial/Finance teams
• Initiate and lead FP&A operational improvements

Attributes/Skills:

• Strong ability to analyze financial data and trends.
• Pay attention to detail for accurate financial reporting.
• Ability to think strategically and provide insights that drive business decisions.
• Strong problem-solving abilities to address financial challenges and improve processes.
• A self-starter and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization in multi-national companies.
• Articulate with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance, or equivalent knowledge; MBA is a plus.
• Thorough understanding in financial accounting
• Effective verbal & written communication abilities in English and Japanese
• Preferred experience in ERP (SAP/Oracle) and analytical tools (Hyperion)

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 120,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Apply today http://jobs.thermofisher.com

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