At Lonza, a global leader in life sciences, we leverage the collective genius of our people to drive innovation and progress.
We are seeking an exceptional Financial Analyst to join our team, contributing to commercial financial planning and providing insightful business analysis. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with various stakeholders to enhance financial transparency, identify risks and opportunities, and challenge assumptions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Partner with leaders to deliver data-driven insights, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and informed decision-making.
* Develop and submit comprehensive annual financial targets, mid- to long-term strategic plans, and regular outlook updates, focusing on top-line performance.
* Design and implement advanced financial models to facilitate proactive decision-making and strategic forecasting.
* Enhance the analytical capabilities of the business, educating leadership teams on key financial metrics, including average pricing and revenue streams.
* Provide in-depth analysis and decision support for pricing, contract negotiations, supply contracts, project evaluations, performance measures, and business goal development.
* Contribute to global responsibility for financial and management accounting, ensuring adherence to IFRS standards.
Key Requirements:
* 5-7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or related fields, preferably in pharma or Big 4 firms.
* Expertise in modeling, data analysis, and forecasting, with advanced proficiency in Excel and financial software.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly and effectively to leadership.
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail in reporting and analysis.
* Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing business needs.
* Proactively seeks to understand customer and market needs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Please contact us to request accommodation if needed.