Senior Financial Analyst

Overview

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company providing analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries. The aim is to make life and the environment safer, healthier and more sustainable by ensuring product safety, authenticity and accurate labeling.

The Eurofins network is a global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in agroscience Contract Research Organization services. It has a broad presence in genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and clinical studies, with growing activity in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations and in molecular clinical diagnostics.

In over 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 58,000 staff across a decentralized network of laboratories in over 54 countries. The company offers a portfolio of analytical methods to evaluate safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products. In 2024, Eurofins reported substantial revenues and strong stock performance in Europe over the prior 20 years.

Senior Financial Analyst includes, but is not limited to the following:
The Senior Financial Analyst will assume end-to-end ownership of the organization’s financial performance, serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership. This role is responsible for analyzing key financial and operational metrics, developing scalable and dynamic financial models, and delivering actionable insights that support data-driven decision-making and long-term growth.

In addition to core FP&A responsibilities, this position will lead the design and implementation of a structured, disciplined collections process to optimize cash flow and ensure timely client payments. The ideal candidate brings a proactive, solution-oriented mindset, strong analytical rigor, and the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders to drive performance and accountability.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis:
  • Prepare, review, and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) for accuracy and insights.
  • Generate regular reporting on operational and financial KPIs, highlighting trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Conduct variance analysis including volume, mix, and margin trends to identify deviations from budgets and forecasts and propose corrective measures.
  • Support M&A activities through financial analysis, due diligence, and valuation. Lead post-acquisition financial integration, ensuring alignment of reporting structures, processes, and performance tracking.
  • Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and company policies; recommend and implement internal controls where needed.

• Budgeting & Forecasting:
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, working with department heads to develop realistic, data-driven budgets and ensure alignment with strategic goals.
  • Build and maintain financial models to project cash flow, revenue, and profitability; monitor performance against these forecasts.
  • Develop forward-looking financial scenarios that incorporate market trends, growth assumptions, and operational drivers to support executive decision-making.
• Business Partnering & Strategic Support:
  • Collaborate across business segments and functions to provide financial guidance on key business decisions and initiatives.
  • Build relationships across centralized functions and accounting to ensure accurate reporting and effective financial management.
  • Perform in-depth profitability and cost analyses to identify cost savings, process improvements, and investment opportunities.
  • Present management reporting packages to executive leadership, contributing to long-term strategic planning.
• Working Capital Management:
  • Identify and recommend process improvements in financial operations, including billing, collections, and reporting, to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging, proactively address outstanding balances and billing discrepancies, identify risks and process improvements, and report on cash flow impacts to support timely client payments and strengthen liquidity.
  • Partner with business and functional stakeholders to optimize procure-to-pay processes, enhance internal controls, and ensure accurate, timely execution across purchasing and payment workflows
• Ad Hoc Projects & Leadership:
  • Lead or support high-impact financial and operational projects while proactively identifying finance capability gaps.
  • Contribute to the development of the finance organization, ensuring the appropriate structure, tools, and talent are in place to support business growth.

Basic Minimum Education Qualifications
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• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field;
  MBA preferred.

Basic Minimum Work Requirements
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• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and/or accounting. Experience in a client services or…