Senior Financial Analyst

Company: Biolife Plasma Services
Location: Elmwood Park
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

By clicking the -Apply- button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda'sand . I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.Job DescriptionAbout BioLife Plasma Services
Every day at BioLife, we feel good knowing that what we do helps improve the lives of patients with rare diseases. While you focus on our donors, we'll support you. We offer a purpose you can believe in, a team you can count on, opportunities for career growth, and a comprehensive benefits program, all in a fast-paced, friendly environment.
BioLife Plasma Services is a subsidiary of Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

• Act as key finance business partner for Global BioLife functions by performing analysis, complying with internal and external policies, and maintaining accounting and reporting integrity.--
• Assist with overall management of finance activities related to plasma inventory accounting and controlling.-
• Ad hoc financial modelingACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Perform journal entries and analysis for the Global BioLife Plasma network as part of closing activities including completion of account reconciliations, and monthly reporting.- Coordinate with other BioLife finance team members to ensure all close activities are completed.
  • Prepare the annual expense budget for specific cost centers and cost objects.- Coordinate the budget and forecast activities with various BioLife finance team members.
  • Support various BioLife functions by identifying trends in monthly results to help those functions achieve budget goals.
  • Key liaison for matters including plasma inventory accounting and controlling
  • Ensure all SOX related activities are completed during the month.- Completion of all internal control activities.
  • Develop financial models to support ad hoc initiativesDIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise
    • In depth knowledge of finance systems and processes related to accounting and controlling as well as financial planning and analysis.Leadership
      • Ability to set priorities, develop workflow processes, and influence business partners.Decision-making and Autonomy
        • Strong problem solving and analytical skills.Interaction
          • Excellent communication skills.- Ability to manage virtual relationships.- Focus on internal customer needs.Innovation
            • Ability to improve business and finance function specific processesComplexity
              • Ability to analyze complex financial processes.- Ability to interpret and question data inputs to financial models and support recommendations.EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
                • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. Demonstration of key finance competencies and qualifications and typically 4+ years of relevant experience.ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
                  • Travel up to 10%LocationsBannockburn, ILWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull time

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