Senior Financial Analyst

Description

The Senior Financial Analyst will be responsible for leading the financial planning and forecasting process, reporting, business modeling, and analysis and will liaise with MaxCyte department Heads for input and to validate financial insight. This individual ensures the delivery of accurate and timely financial forecasts, reporting, and analytical support to the CFO and other senior management. Works under general guidance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develops the annual operating plan, quarterly forecasts, and long term 3-5 year strategic forecasts with focus on revenue, department operating expenses, capital expenditures, and cash flow in the financial planning system 
• Builds and maintains financial models for potential M&A activity, strategic partnerships and corporate investments, leases, and works with Senior Cost Accountant on COGS and Inventory impacts to the P&L and Balance Sheet.
• Creates variance analysis reports of forecast and actuals for the P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash flow statements and communicates (both written and oral) the business impact by combining analytical skills with a strong understanding of the business.
• Creates a financial reporting package complete with financials, key performance indicators, and other analytical trends to share with departments heads, Senior Management, and Board of Directors. Assist Investor Relations and the CFO in the preparation of reporting, analytics, and commentary for the quarterly and annual reporting cycles. 
• Drives reporting and forecasting process improvements including developing dashboards and reports for trending and analysis of specific business objectives and processes; reviews and recommends additional business intelligence tools and software as needed 
• Partner’s with MaxCyte’s commercial team to generate sales forecasts and related analysis
• Assists with monthly and quarterly accruals and reviews the month-end and quarter-end postings in conjunction with the Accounting Team to ensure alignment with department budgets 
• Collects and analyzes business data, identifies trends, and recommends strategies that contribute to the financial goals of the Company; researches and analyzes financial information to help management make informed decisions
• Complies with all applicable policies regarding health, safety, and the environment
• No direct reports or employee management responsibilities currently

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Finance, Accounting or other related area and at least 5+ years of experience focusing on relevant finance, planning and analysis and/or financial services; experience in the life sciences industry a plus
• Working knowledge of GAAP (including accruals, revenue recognition, and capitalization vs expense)
• Ability to interpret financial data and apply financial principles; exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in financial planning, financial systems and P&L financial reporting design, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint. Demonstrated experience with financial planning and analysis software applications required 
• Experience utilizing financial systems (planning systems such as OneStream Software, NetSuite Planning and Budgeting and, ERP Systems like SAP, NetSuite) 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; proven ability to work collaboratively across organizations and build strong relationships; ability to influence technical, business, and operational decisions
• Ability to set financial planning schedules and deadlines and shepherd department heads through the process 
• Works independently, prioritizes tasks and handle simultaneous projects under tight deadlines and in a fast-paced environment

Note: To the extent permissible under applicable law, candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.