Financial Analyst

R&D Financial Analyst is a business partner for our Global Molecular Research and Development and Global Medical Affairs teams to support the performance monitoring, the budget process & strategic planning, as well as the portfolio process for this growing business. This dynamic role also performs tasks related to the month-end close process, and works closely with the accounting team during the accounting and budget cycle.     

Primary Duties:       

• Supports budget, forecast and strategic plan processes for the Global Molecular R&D and Medical Affairs teams.
• Collaborates with senior management and department heads to support consistent and accurate reporting for R&D budgets.  Work with HR business partners to build and monitor the workforce budget.
• Leads monthly, quarterly, and year-end close process for R&D and Medical Affairs.  Ensure that financial rules and procedures are followed by the business and are in line with corporate processes.
•  Collaborates with accounting team to complete day-to-day business processes.
• Supports analysis and reporting for R&D and Medical Affairs scope, including project analysis, and provide ad-hoc reporting to support management in decision-making.
• Supports the R&D team with preparation of project budgets, cost proposals, and forecasts for R&D related activities.
• Support the tax team with the R&D Tax Credit Analysis.
• Supports R&D grant cost proposals, financial reporting, and audits when grants are received. 
• Participate in global finance initiatives.
• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.

Training and Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting or related field.        

Experience:         

• At least 3 years of experience in the Finance/Accounting field with experience or knowledge in financial planning & analysis.
• Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills necessary.
• SAP knowledge preferred.

Looking for someone with excellent oral and written communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with diverse teams of people across multiple locations & time-zones. Someone with time management skills and ability to meet deadlines, as well as a self starter with a desire to develop and evolve in a dynamic global company.