Thermo Fisher Scientific - St. Louis, MO
posted 5 months ago
The Finance Director is a key leadership role within the Biologics business unit of Thermo Fisher Scientific's Pharma Services Group, which is recognized as one of the fastest-growing sectors in the company. This position is based in St. Louis, MO, and is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the site and business, including ownership of the Profit and Loss (P&L) and Balance Sheet results. The Finance Director will work closely with site leaders to coordinate financial strategies that drive profitability and growth, ensuring that financial processes are optimized to support the global agenda and meet customer needs. In this pivotal role, the Finance Director will lead a team dedicated to running financial processes and enhancing operational performance. The responsibilities include establishing efficient methods for financial analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance with policies and US GAAP, and providing real-time insights into key metrics such as backlog, site utilization, and productivity savings. The Director will also lead the planning and forecasting processes, developing operating plans that align with financial objectives and drive accountability throughout the organization. As a trusted business partner, the Finance Director will mentor and develop talent within the team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role requires collaboration across various functions to achieve successful outcomes, including managing complexity, productivity, indirect costs, inventory risks, and capital allocation. The Finance Director will play a crucial role in driving transformation within the organization, leveraging exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills to navigate a matrix environment effectively.