Senior Financial Analyst

Boston Scientific - Arden Hills, MN

Full-time - Mid Level

Arden Hills, MN

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior Financial Analyst at Boston Scientific is responsible for the financial management of the Cardiac Rhythm, Diagnostics, and Patient Management Research and Development (R&D) project portfolio. This role involves guiding investment and financial decisions, providing reporting and project fiduciary governance, and collaborating closely with business partners to deliver financial insights that support decision-making. The position requires strong technical capabilities and the ability to influence leaders to facilitate informed decisions, making it a key business partner role within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with business stakeholders to become a trusted financial advisor who provides financial expertise and guidance on investment decisions, cost management, and other financial matters.
• Lead the functional budgeting and forecasting process by providing insights into project trends, cost drivers, and potential risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate and consolidate the month-end results for the function; provide analysis of the actual spend and variances to forecast and annual operating plan.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to assess functional and project performance; work with stakeholders to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans to achieve financial and operational targets.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to understand business needs and ensure financial strategies support organizational objectives.
• Prepare and present financial reports and models to provide detailed analysis on R&D portfolio and project performance and operating efficiencies, leveraging financial insights to provide recommendations to Business Unit Leaders.
• Identify financial risks within the business area and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and corporate policies to safeguard the organization's financial health.
• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, reporting capabilities, and analytical tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or related field, with 3+ years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Strong analytical and accounting skills.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and dynamic environment autonomously while adhering to deadlines and having attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and business partnering skills which provide the ability to establish and build working relationships with individuals throughout the organization.
• Excellent computer skills (financial modeling, Excel, PowerPoint).

Nice-to-haves

• Higher education (MBA or CPA).
• Project management experience.
• Hyperion Financial Management / SmartView and SAP experience a plus.
• Tableau reporting experience.

Benefits

• Access to the latest tools, information, and training to advance skills and career.
• Support in progressing career ambitions.