**Work Schedule** Standard (Mon-Fri) **Environmental Conditions** Office **Job Description** **Job Description** The Sr. Finance Director leads the finance team for the Cell Biology Business Unit (~$1.5B in revenue) within the Biosciences Division and is a high-impact and visible role that directly affects executive-level decision-making, execution of strategy and contribution to the business unit's financial objectives achievement. Responsibilities: + Strategic thought partner to the Vice President & General Manager and leadership team with a focus on driving growth and value creation + Lead and mentor the finance team and operating partners to develop enhanced skills and a keen business sense + Lead the core operating mechanisms, including the Annual Operating Plan process, Quarterly & Monthly Business Reviews and forecasts + Lead the development of financial and business models to support business projects and initiatives (such as new product development and related return on investment, acquisitions, product end of life ramp downs, etc.). + Partner with commercial colleagues to develop and model large customer deals. Drive and ensure contract compliance + Develop analytical models and tools to drive growth initiatives and improve business decisions. + Maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company assets Minimum Qualifications: + Candidate will demonstrate expertise in the following areas: financial planning and analysis, financial modeling, project management, and technical accounting knowledge + The ideal candidate will exhibit leadership, initiative and Thermo Fisher Scientific 4i values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement + Strong business and industry knowledge with the ability to develop and implement robust financial processes to drive effective decisions + The ability to identify and champion productivity improvements and create an atmosphere of continuous improvement + Consistent track record to recruit, develop, and lead professional teams and provide constructive feedback through performance and development processes + Shown history of leading cross functional / country teams and building organizational relationships across functions & geographies + Excellent skills with MS Excel and MS PowerPoint are required Education/ Experience: + Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or other relevant analytical background + CPA, Chartered Accountant, MBA + 12+ years of relevant work experience within a global organization. + 7+ years of management experience **Compensation and Benefits** The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $192,700.00–$260,000.00. 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 For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.