Sr Financial Analyst

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride. This is where you save and sustain lives At Baxter, we are deeply connected by our mission. No matter your role at Baxter, your work makes a positive impact on people around the world. You'll feel a sense of purpose throughout the organization, as we know our work improves outcomes for millions of patients. Baxter's products and therapies are found in almost every hospital worldwide, in clinics and in the home. For over 85 years, we have pioneered significant medical innovations that transform healthcare. Together, we create a place where we are happy, successful and inspire each other. This is where you can do your best work. Join us at the intersection of saving and sustaining lives—where your purpose accelerates our mission. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Coordinate closely with divisional FP&A leaders and finance teams to review cash flow projections, budgets and historical results. Load budget and forecast adjustments into system. Ensure quality, accuracy, and timeliness of the monthly reports, forecasts, and the annual budget / strategic plan preparation. Support the delivery of comprehensive cash flow monthly reporting packages for management, including monthly reviews of budget vs. actual results and variances with cash flow owner, etc. Coordinate escalation / identification of issues and advise Finance leadership of potential business and / or operational risks related to cash flow. Update process flows, operating manuals, training guides, and standard operating procedures, as needed. Liaise with the FP&A Global Delivery Center (GDC) and other cross-functional leads to support the creation of budgets, forecasts and management reports, while ensuring compliance with all quality / control requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field required. Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications and typically 4 to 9 years of relevant experience with financial planning and reporting. Expert in technical and financial knowledge, including understanding of: internal control requirements and accounting principles as well as understanding of relevant business environment. Excellent analytical skills with familiarity with accounting, financial analysis and reporting. Excellent financial modeling skills preferred, experience in statistical modeling techniques is a plus. Experience with JD Edwards (JDE), Hyperion Planning, and Cognos preferred. Self-starter with excellent analytical skills and decision-making capabilities. Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills. Expert in PowerPoint and Excel skills. Ability to work in a team-oriented environment, often cross-functionally. Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally as required. English: Native or bilingual proficiency required. Equal Employment Opportunity Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information. Recruitment Fraud Notice Baxter has discovered incidents of employment scams, where fraudulent parties pose as Baxter employees, recruiters, or other agents, and engage with online job seekers in an attempt to steal personal and/or financial information. To learn how you can protect yourself, review our Recruitment Fraud Notice .