Job Title: Financial Analyst III

12-month contract-to-hire

Onsite Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM in West Hills, CA

Job Description:

A global life sciences company is seeking a Financial Analyst III to support financial planning, reporting, and operational analysis for a fast-paced, data-driven organization. This role involves partnering cross-functionally to deliver insights that drive sound business decisions, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large, complex datasets while effectively communicating findings to stakeholders at all levels.

This role supports the FP&A function within Thermo Fisher’s Transplant Diagnostics Group (West Coast). The team is responsible for management reporting, month-end close and trending, monthly and quarterly forecasting, year-end budgeting, ad-hoc strategic analysis, and maintenance of internal finance databases.

Responsibilities

Month-end close support (actuals review, trending, variance explanations) Monthly and quarterly forecasting Management reporting for leadership Budgeting and long-range planning support Ad-hoc strategic and financial analysis Database and dataset maintenance Identifying operational and cost-efficiency opportunities

Essential Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics.2-5+ years of experience performing as a Financial Analyst supporting a large complex organization Experience supporting month-end close, executing journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis Strong accounting knowledge, GAAPLife Science or Manufacturing industry experience preferredProficiency in financial analysis, Excel, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, SAP, Oracle, SmartView, and SQL.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience with financial modeling and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM).Familiarity with advanced financial systems and tools such as Hyperion.Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and operational efficiency.Ability to present financial insights and recommendations to leadership.

Work Environment

This position offers a stable Monday–Friday schedule with some flexibility, supporting a balanced work-life structure. It is a 100% onsite role located in West Hills, CA, facilitating collaboration, learning, and relationship-building. The role offers exposure to advanced financial systems and tools, providing valuable experience for future career progression.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of West Hills, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job\n classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be\n subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits\n available for this temporary role may include the following:\n\n
• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in West Hills,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 24, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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