Senior Financial Analyst, Manufacturing Operations (Onsite in Indianapolis, IN)

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At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. 

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, we know time is the most critical facet in the laboratory today:  time to get life-saving therapies to patients faster; reclaiming time by automating tedious manual workflows; and saving time spent addressing erroneous or complex results.

We are partners in time and accelerate answers to critical questions through the power of automation. We develop innovations for scientists by scientists, with many of our 3,300+ global colleagues coming from the laboratory.

It’s all part of our time-tested approach to bringing meaningful innovations at the speed of life since 1935. And we’re just beginning. Working together, let’s put our time and talents together to advance human health for tomorrow.

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The Senior Financial Analyst is responsible for providing comprehensive financial planning and analysis to offer insightful analytical support for crucial business decisions through rigorous budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.

This position reports to the Finance Manager and is part of the Manufacturing located in Indiana and will be based on-site at the Indianapolis facility in Indiana.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive financial plans, including monthly expense and capital forecasts, in close collaboration with Global functions, ensuring shared ownership and accountability for financial outcomes across the team.

• Drive timely and insightful reporting on inventory management performance, focusing on improving inventory turns and enhancing the accuracy of excess and obsolete (E&O) reconciliation processes.

• Support the integrity and accuracy of the standard cost build and facilitate necessary interim cost updates for both the site and the Automation Solutions Group.

• Oversee and ensure the timely and accurate completion of month-end close activities, including detailed analysis and reconciliation of key accounts.

• Act as the dedicated Finance Leader during daily Gemba walks, providing immediate financial context and ensuring operational activities discussed are accurately reflected in financial reporting and analysis.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a closely related discipline is required.

Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in finance and accounting, with a strong focus on budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, analysis, and modeling is preferred.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• An MBA, CMA, or CPA certification is a significant advantage.

• Previous experience with enterprise performance management (EPM) report writing tools (e.g., BPC, Hyperion), Oracle ERP, and Oracle Business Intelligence is a plus.

• In-depth knowledge of cost accounting principles is highly desired, along with familiarity with Oracle manufacturing systems.

• Demonstrated excellent communication (both verbal and written), presentation, and interpersonal skills essential for effective cross-functional collaboration.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, including complex financial modeling and pivot table functionality, and strong skills in other Microsoft Office applications such as Power BI, Word, and PowerPoint are required.

Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

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