Senior Financial Analyst, Ottava

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Job Function:

Finance

Job Sub Function:

Finance Business Partners

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Remote (US), Santa Clara, California, United States of America

Job Description:

Johnson & Johnson is currently seeking a Senior Financial Analyst, Ottava to join our team located in Santa Clara, CA.   Remote work options in the US may be considered on a case-by-case basis and if approved by the Company.

Key Responsibilities:

As a trusted finance partner, you will take charge of end-to-end finance support for multiple Ottava teams, encompassing:

• Period Close Activities: Ensure timely and accurate financial closure.
• Budget Forecasting: Drive financial forecasts and Budget Planning.
• Financial Submissions: Collaborate with the FP&A consolidation team for essential financial submissions.
• Performance Analysis: Provide insights through monthly Budget vs. Actual (BVA) reviews, tracking risks and opportunities.
• Cross-Functional Liaison: Act as a bridge between business unit partners and teams in procurement, supply chain, legal, and HR to ensure seamless collaboration.
• Transaction Processing: Work with shared services to process transactions efficiently, including intercompany transactions and Global Services requests.
• Management Insight: Support the preparation of Management Review Decks and provide ad hoc project support for operational improvement initiatives and strategic projects.

What You'll Analyze and Improve:

• Dive into complex financial data to empower leadership with valuable insights for strategic evaluation.
• Create engaging financial graphs and charts for compelling presentations.
• Identify and enhance existing financial processes for improved efficiency and clarity.
• Conduct routine audits of internal processes to uncover opportunities for enhancement.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis, with a strong focus on strategic financial analysis.
• A solid understanding of financial principles, budgeting, forecasting, and modeling is essential.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills with the capacity to interpret complex financial data and deliver actionable insights.
• Proficiency in financial analysis tools and software.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and the capacity to operate under tight deadlines.
• A problem-solver with a proactive mindset, adept at identifying and addressing financial issues while proposing process improvements.
• A strong influencer, independent thinker with excellent planning and prioritization skills.
• A self-motivated individual, eager to take accountability and adapt to changing environments.
• Proven track record of meeting goals and deadlines with precision and quality.
• Prior experience with SAP, TM1, and Bravo is preferred.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation,  external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/co