Hybrid Director, Finance - BCD presso Thermo Fisher

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Job Description

How you will make an impact:

The Biologicals and Chemicals Division (BCD) is a ~$1.4B business within the BioProduction Group, supporting our BioPharma partners in the manufacturing of life-changing and life-saving biologics (Oncology, Autoimmune, Vaccines, Blood Disorders, Rare Diseases, etc.) through our GIBCO product offerings.

Seeking a director who will provide Finance and Business partnering leadership Supplements and Production Chemicals & Services businesses. This role will lead a Finance team and be responsible for mentoring additional colleagues within the Biological and Chemicals Division (BCD). 

What you will do:

• Partner with the Business leadership teams in setting and delivering annual, long-range, and quarterly business plans to meet key operating and financial goals.
• Act as a strategic thought partner, driving growth and value creation by identifying complex financial and business risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Demonstrate outstanding financial control by effectively managing and forecasting revenue, profitability and capital spend.
• Lead the core operating mechanisms, such as the AOP, QBR/MBRs, and forecasts, in collaboration with the leadership team and business unit counterparts.
• Develop and lead analytical methods to provide exploratory and explanatory business insights.
• Lead, hire, and develop the finance team
• Set an example for continuous operational improvement and drive efficiency across the business and functions.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing management of centralized reporting and visualization solutions

Position to be located in Waltham, MA or Carlsbad, CA

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• The successful candidate is personable, highly ethical and thrives in a collaborative environment. 
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail, emphasizing accuracy and timeliness while also providing an overall business impact analysis
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage by influence across a global organization
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Track record of developing meaningful relationships at all levels within an organization
• Engaged, passionate leader who values frequent interactions and dialogue with subordinates, peers, and the company's leadership team
• Ability to thrive and manage in a complex business environment
• Ability to professionally present results and financial analysis

Job Requirements:

• Educational Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or Accounting, or equivalent experience. An MBA is preferred!
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams
• Strong knowledge of Excel, Cognos reporting tool (or equivalent), PowerPoint, PowerBI.
• Travel, up to 15%.