Location
Carlsbad, CA | United States
Job description
Genetic Science Division is a $2.2B+ business within Life Science Group (LSG) which provides industry-leading genetic sciences tools and solutions to advance scientific discovery, enable customers in applied markets, and improve global health outcomes. Specifically, GSD workflows enable biomarker discovery and analysis, predictive genomics, reproductive health solutions, pathogen detection, disease-specific solutions, forensics, and human identification.
Seeking a Finance leader for the Finance Planning and Analysis function for the division. The director is responsible for coordinating and leading all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis within GSD, in addition, the role will take on the finance leadership to support key Global functions. This role plays a critical role in providing accurate financial information and strategic insights to support decision-making and drive business performance. This role will improve analytics and ensure strong financial controls and timely and accurate financial reporting. The position holder will provide valuable decision support, identify, and implement operational improvement opportunities and develop a strong finance team. The location of this job is in Carlsbad, CA.
Successful Contributions Will Include:
Financial Planning Budgeting:
- Develop and implement financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
- Coordinate the annual budgeting process, including preparation, consolidation, and review of budgets across departments.
- Supervise and analyze financial performance against budget, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Good grasp of the connections among the initiatives and its impact to various functions and BU to improve forecast and planning effectiveness
Forecasting and Analysis:
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial forecasts, considering various scenarios and business dynamics
- Conduct financial analysis to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions, and cost optimization efforts. Including M&A and Restructuring program
- Provide insightful commentary and recommendations based on analysis to senior management and stakeholders.
Financial Reporting and Analysis:
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including key performance indicators (KPIs) and variance analysis.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data, identifying and resolving any discrepancies or issues.
- Build and maintain financial models, tools, and dashboards to enhance reporting efficiency and effectiveness.
Strategic Planning and Decision Support:
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop long-term financial strategies and plans.
- Provide financial insights and guidance to support strategic initiatives, new business opportunities, and investment decisions.
- Conduct ad-hoc financial analysis and scenario planning to evaluate potential risks and opportunities.
Team Management and Leadership:
- Lead and manage a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the GSD and Group Finance team
- Develop and implement training programs to enhance the team's skills and knowledge.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail (emphasis on accuracy and timeliness) while being able to step back and analyze the overall business impact
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proven as an experienced, confident, and mature manager
- Proven people and project management experience with successful results
- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage by influence across a global organization
- Track record of developing meaningful relationships at all levels within an organization – at both the business unit and divisional level and can operate effectively in a matrix reporting structure
- Engaged, passionate leader, who values frequent interactions and dialog with subordinates, peers, and the company’s leadership team
- Ability to thrive and manage in a sophisticated business environment
- Ability to professionally present results and financial analysis to the Leadership Team
- Able to define, quantify, and link the metrics used to measure progress on key initiatives
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Finance, Economics, or Accounting. MBA preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in progressive finance roles including FP&A, BU, Operations and Commercial Finance
- Strong knowledge of Excel (i.e., financial models and analysis), Cognos reporting tool (or equivalent), PowerPoint, PowerBI
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $160,100.00–$240,125.00.
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
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