Operations Finance Analyst

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Financial Analyst supporting Thermo Fisher Scientific, a global science-services company, through reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and automation initiatives.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $64,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and compliance oversight, with a strong foundation in accounting principles and financial concepts. Proficient in leveraging tools for data analysis and visualization to support strategic decision-making and enhance reporting processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Financial AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelERP Systems (SAP, Oracle)Financial Reporting Tools (Power BI, Hyperion)SOX Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial Performance AnalysisBudgetingForecastingAccount ReconciliationsJournal Entry PreparationData AnalyticsReporting AutomationAttention to DetailAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Strong Presentation SkillsEffective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAACCACIMA

Industry Keywords

Financial ReportingCompliance OversightInternal ControlsMonth-End Close ProcessesFinancial Control Frameworks

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver financial analysis and actionable insights
Support strategic decision-making through financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
Perform financial performance analysis
Provide compliance oversight
Enhance reporting processes
Drive automation initiatives
Strengthen internal controls
Support Finance teams, Operations, and business partners
Contribute to accurate financial analysis and data-driven decision-making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ability to work effectively with large datasets
Foundational understanding of accounting principles and financial concepts
Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate financial information clearly to diverse audiences
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams
Ability and willingness to learn new technologies, systems, and processes
Demonstrated commitment to integrity and professional ethics
Internship, academic, or professional exposure to financial analysis, accounting, or corporate finance
Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle
Knowledge of month-end close processes, account reconciliations, and journal entry preparation
Familiarity with SOX compliance, internal controls, or financial control frameworks
Experience with financial reporting and visualization tools such as Power BI or Hyperion
Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis
Interest or experience in process improvement, reporting automation, or data analytics
Professional accounting qualification or progress toward a qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs
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
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Variable annual bonus eligibility based on company, team, and/or individual performance results