Financial Analyst at PerkinElmer in Remote

Summary: PerkinElmer is a leader in scientific solutions, dedicated to innovating for a healthier world. The Financial Analyst will be responsible for monitoring resource allocation and budgets, analyzing financial results, and maintaining project documentation to support decision-making and improve company performance. Responsibilities: - Assist with data entry and reconciliation of financial records - Assist with maintenance and organization of Finance email inbox - Support the preparation of monthly financial reports - Conduct research on financial trends and best practices - Help with organizing and maintaining financial documentation - Participate in special projects aligned with their academic background - Analyze monthly actuals vs. budget vs. forecast as part of the monthly site presentation, performing variance analysis of revenues, expenses, capital expenditures, and providing financial insights to business growth trends and profitability - Organize, attend, and participate in stakeholder meetings - Lead site reforecast process including monthly roll-up and waterfall of backlog to accurately forecast revenue and profitability of business units based on dynamic inputs/assumptions - Document and follow up on action items and decisions from all meetings - Provide actionable insights and strong reporting commentary, including metric reporting - Ensure projects adhere to established processes and all documentation is maintained appropriately for each project - Prepare necessary presentation materials for meetings - Maintain reports within the Infor ERP system to assist with stakeholder decision making - Prepare client statements and work on various client requests - Support leadership with ad-hoc analysis and projects - Gain practical experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting - Learn how to use financial software and tools (e.g., Excel, JIRA or ERP systems) - Understand internal financial controls and compliance processes - Participate in team meetings and observe real-world financial decision-making - Develop analytical and problem-solving skills through guided projects Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in business or related field of study - 0-1 years' experience in a related field Preferred Qualifications: - Excellent analytical, problem solving and communication skills - A self-starter, excited by the opportunity to make a tangible impact, adept at communicating with multiple levels of an organization - Effective time management, prioritization, and follow through - Strong business acumen and ability to multitask internal and external requests - Passionate about learning and educating others - Highly organized and detail oriented - Comfortable with cloud-based software and paperless work environment - Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Required Skills: Financial analysis, Budgeting, Forecasting Important Skills: Excel, ERP systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical skills