Thermo Fisher

Analyst III, Operations Finance

Wilmington, North Carolina, USA Full time

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Job Title: Analyst III, Operations Finance –TrialMed

Overview

The role in Operations Finance for TrialMed is responsible for leading the Pharmacokinetic (PK) revenue forecasting processes, ensuring financial accuracy, transparency, and operational accountability. This role also focuses on PPI and cost center management. The position serves as a key liaison between Finance, Operations, and Client Management teams to support revenue assurance, client satisfaction, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

  • Oversee monthly revenue recognition and forecasting processes for the PK business, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with corporate and audit standards.
  • Develop standard reporting and oversight of the S3 business
  • Support the discovery and cost-saving analysis for process improvement projects to ensure data-driven decision making, optimized operational efficiency, and measurable financial impact aligned with organizational goals.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Executive leadership exposure through PPI management and presentations  
  • Process implementation and improvement for cost center management and PK teams reporting

Stakeholder Partnership

  • Strengthen relationships with internal stakeholders through clear communication and proactive issue resolution.

Process Improvement & Governance

  • Lead and support process improvement initiatives aimed at streamlining financial operations, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and reducing manual effort.
  • Partner with leadership to identify and implement scalable financial systems, reporting tools, and operational enhancements.
  • Ensure PK studies and projects are reconciled timely and closed accurately in accordance with policy and client requirements.

Key Competencies & Attributes

  • Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to adapt communication style, and build trust across diverse teams and cultures.
  • Personable, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent leader who fosters collaboration and engagement.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proactive problem solver who drives accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Deep understanding of revenue recognition, project accounting, and operational finance principles.

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related discipline; advanced degree or CPA preferred.
  • 2-5 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, operations finance, or revenue management, preferably in CRO, pharma, or life sciences.
  • Strong system proficiency (ERP, ADAPT, Clarity, forecasting tools, Excel/Power BI) and comfort with large data sets.