Thermo Fisher Scientific - Rochester, NY
posted 4 months ago
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Director of Operations Finance based in Rochester, NY, with the potential for relocation assistance. This position is pivotal within the Laboratory Products Equipment (LPE) division, which generates over $700 million in revenue and serves various markets including Biotech, Pharma, Healthcare, Diagnostics, and Academia. The successful candidate will lead a finance and accounting team of eight members, providing essential financial leadership and business partnership to the VP of Global Operations LPE. The role emphasizes the importance of strong financial controls, compliance, and accurate financial reporting in accordance with USGAAP and local requirements. The Director will also be responsible for identifying operational improvement opportunities and developing a robust finance team to support the business's growth and efficiency. In this role, the Director will partner with operations leadership to drive business performance, oversee the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) development, and manage monthly actuals and site forecasting for global operations. They will develop proactive reporting metrics to communicate financial risks and opportunities to senior management, ensuring that the AOP is executed effectively by the operations team. The Director will also own the capital appropriation process, ensuring alignment with LPE leadership to meet financial commitments. A strong emphasis will be placed on fostering an environment of internal controls and adherence to company policies, while also leading the team in continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Business, Finance, or Accounting, with an MBA or CPA preferred. They should have at least 10 years of progressive business and leadership experience, particularly in a manufacturing environment with a solid understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting. Experience in the Life Sciences industry is a plus, but not mandatory. The candidate should demonstrate excellent communication skills, the ability to influence and engage with various stakeholders, and a commitment to diversity and talent development within the team.