Sr. Business Analyst

Work Schedule

Standard Office Hours (40/wk)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Position Overview

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Senior Business Analyst to support our global business across Commercial Operations, Finance, Accounting, R&D, Product, and Professional Services. In this role, you will partner closely with Finance and business leaders to drive performance through KPI management, forecasting support, business planning, and data-driven insights. You will also leverage AI-enabled analytics, automation, and advanced tools to improve efficiency, optimize decision-making, and scale insights across the organization.

This role plays an important part in enabling data-informed decisions that support our Mission—to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and enhance KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting using Power BI, enterprise data sources, and other data systems
• Partner with Finance to support functional and business forecasting, financial target setting, functional target setting and planning cycles.
• Parter with Accounting to support timely global deal processing, recognition and flow across commercial/finance systems
• Analyze forecast variances, performance drivers, and trends, providing clear insights and recommendations
• Prepare executive-ready analytics and insights to support MBRs, QBRs, and other leadership reviews
• Analyze large, complex datasets from ERP and CRM systems to identify risks, opportunities, and optimization areas
• Leverage AI, automation, and advanced analytics to streamline reporting, improve forecasting accuracy, and increase analytical efficiency
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior business stakeholders
• Collaborate with global, cross-functional teams to support strategic and operational initiatives

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in business analysis, analytics, FP&A, or a related role
• Strong experience working with enterprise data models and ERP systems
• Hands-on experience with platforms such as Salesforce, SAP, Power BI, Navision, or similar enterprise tools
• Demonstrated ability to analyze large datasets and deliver executive-level insights
• Experience partnering with Finance, Accounting and business leaders in a global, matrixed environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Technical & Analytical Expertise: Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage Power BI, enterprise systems, and AI-enabled tools to drive insight and automation. General understanding of financial acumen and accounting rules in regard to bookings, backlog and revenue recognition.
• Business Acumen: Understanding of commercial, services, and financial performance drivers
• Problem Solving: Ability to identify inefficiencies, uncover opportunities, and recommend scalable, data-driven solutions
• Communication: Skilled at presenting complex information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Global Orientation: Comfortable working with global teams across regions and time zones