Financial Analyst - LPG EMEA

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions OfficeJob Description Job Title: Finance Analyst – LPG/LCD EMEA Report to: Sr Manager Finance – LPG EMEA Band: 06 Location: Europe / Remote No. of Direct Reports: 0 Requisition ID: R-01347714 Position Summary Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a high-impact, results-driven Finance Analyst to support Commercial Finance activities for the LPG and LCD businesses across EMEA (combined $650M+ revenue scope). This role will primarily support the growing LCD commercial business while providing back-up support on EMEA Selling OpEx activities, ensuring scalability and continuity across the regional finance structure. The Finance Analyst will partner closely with Commercial Leaders, Division Finance, and Regional FP&A to deliver forward-looking insights, influence decision-making, and drive business performance across Revenue, Price, Bookings, and OpEx. The role includes active participation in business reviews and direct exposure to senior stakeholders, offering a strong foundation for growth within a finance business partnering career path. Operating in a remote and matrixed environment, the role requires the ability to influence stakeholders across geographies, including close collaboration with France-based and broader EMEA commercial teams. This position is suited for a finance professional who combines strong analytical capability with a proactive, business-oriented mindset — moving beyond reporting to actively shape decisions and outcomes. Job

Responsibilities

Commercial Performance & Forecasting - Support forecasting processes (Revenue, Bookings, Price, OpEx) for LCD and broader LPG EMEA - Lead financial preparation and actively contribute to weekly Commercial Pulse calls and monthly / quarterly business reviews (MBR/QBR) - Partner with Commercial Leaders to identify risks & opportunities (R&O) and help drive corrective actions - Develop and maintain leading indicators to anticipate performance gaps and influence outcomes Annual Operating Plan & Strategic Planning - Support AOP preparation and target cascade (Region / Channel / Product level) - Contribute to STRAP and multi-year planning activities - Ensure alignment between AOP targets and operational KPIs Commercial Analytics & Business Partnership - Provide financial support for Channel and Key Account initiatives (rebate programs, incentive programs, promotions) - Evaluate performance and ROI of commercial programs and influence optimization decisions - Build structured scenario modelling to support commercial decision-making - Deliver ad-hoc analysis to address emerging business trends and support leadership discussions OpEx & Workforce Support (Back-up Role) - Act as structured back-up to Selling OpEx control activities (accrual validation, variance analysis) - Support workforce planning using Workday / Workforce module - Assist in implementing scalable OpEx reporting tools (e.g., SPoT / Power BI dashboards) Process Improvement & Analytics Advancement - Contribute to reporting automation and dashboard development leveraging Power BI and GOLD data models - Identify simplification opportunities and drive process improvements (PPI mindset) - Leverage advanced analytics and AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT Enterprise) to enhance productivity and insight generation Cross-Functional Exposure & Leadership Interaction - Partner with Sales, Marketing, Channel, and Division Finance stakeholders across EMEA - Present financial insights and recommendations in regional review forums - Build strong relationships with remote stakeholders and effectively influence across a matrix organization - Ensure reporting continuity and cross-training within the FP&A team Minimum Qualifications - Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field (MBA a plus) - 2–4 years of progressive analytical experience in FP&A, Commercial Finance, or similar function - Strong analytical and modelling capabilities (Excel, financial modelling, relational databases) - Experience with financial reporting systems (Power BI, Cognos, CMR, PLN, SPoT or similar) - Experience in commercial finance within a multi-entity, international environment preferred - Ability to synthesize complex data into concise, actionable insights - Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable interacting with Commercial Leaders - Proven ability to influence stakeholders in a remote, matrixed environment - Fluent English required; additional European languages a plus - Willingness to travel 10–20% if required Success Profile The successful candidate will: - Demonstrate proactive finance business partnering, beyond reporting - Influence decision-making through clear, data-driven insights - Anticipate risks and drive corrective actions with stakeholders - Balance analytical rigor with commercial pragmatism - Thrive in a remote, cross-functional environment requiring strong collaboration and influence - Show curiosity and a continuous improvement mindset This role offers strong visibility, exposure to senior stakeholders, and a clear development path within Commercial Finance and FP&A at Thermo Fisher Scientific, contributing to building a scalable and forward-looking finance function across LPG/LCD EMEA.