Job Description

Please describe the objective and value contribution of the function briefly and concisely.
Preamble
The holder comprehends and builds this EMEA leadership role in the following directions:

• Focus point for our efforts is the patient,
• EMEA results are built on our values (Collaborative, Proactive, Reliable, Excellent),
• Core objective is to take accountability for and drive the commercial success of the EMEA region.

Purpose and scope
The Sr. Financial Analyst provides analytical support and focus on the economic research and study in areas of financial analysis within the assigned function(s). The incumbent performs in-depth and complex analysis in compliance with company policies and procedures and applicable regulatory requirements. The Sr. Financial Analyst facilitates accurate systems which gather, analyze, prepare and summarize recommendations for financial plans, acquisition activity, trended future requirements and operating forecasts for management review.
Principal duties and responsibilities

• Utilize knowledge of accounting and/or financial principles by reviewing, reconciling and consolidating submitted financial data of complex scope on a routine basis; collaborating with cross-divisional teams on the accurate and timely resolution of outstanding issues.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) by providing in-depth analysis, review and presentation of diverse financial reports.
• May provide a contribution to close processes on a routine basis.
• Provide essential contributions to the efficiency of operations through identification, analysis and maintenance of data; supporting management in the development and implementation of process improvements and initiatives.
• May participate in process reviews, business process analyses and internal control testing; ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), and other regulatory requirements within the assigned function(s).
• May serve as a contact for cross-divisional teams.
• Mentor other staff as applicable.
• Assist with various projects as assigned by a direct supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.
Organization*
The function incumbent reports to:
Organizational unit:
Please list function / title of supervisor
Director FP&A, CE Enabling Functions (incl. R&D)
Please list group / department / division
FMC EMEA Shared Services Centre
Important internal interfaces:
Important external interfaces:
Please list cooperation with important departments, sites, subsidiaries etc.

• Global Controlling & Accounting
• Finance Business partners Care Enablement
• Global Business Services

Please list cooperation with important external companies, agencies, authorities etc.
Qualifications, experience, know-how and skills critical for success*
Physical demands and working conditions

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Travel may be required.

Supervision

• None

Education

• Bachelor's Degree required; Advanced degree desirable

Experience and required skills:

• 6 - 8 years' related experience; or a Master's degree with 3 years' experience; or a PhD without experience.
• Excellent computer skill with strong demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and email applications.
• Working knowledge of enterprise resource planning (ERP) and financial systems (e.g., SAP, Hyperion, etc.).
• Working knowledge of GAAP and SOX.
• Working knowledge of healthcare industry preferred.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities, tasks and client conditions.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain relationships through diplomacy and tact.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision and alternately within a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with all levels of management(English language required).

Skills Required