Bruker is a leading global manufacturer of analytical measurement systems for the life and material sciences. For more than 60 years, Bruker's high-performance scientific instruments and analytical and diagnostic solutions have empowered scientists to study living things and substances at the molecular, cellular and microscopic levels. Working closely with its customers, Bruker drives innovation, productivity and customer success in molecular research in life sciences, pharmaceutical applications, microscopy, nano-analysis and industrial applications.

Today, more than 8,500 employees in over 90 locations on all continents are working on solutions to these challenges. Bruker continues to expand its extensive product and solution offerings, its broad installed base and its reputation with customers. As one of the world's leading analytical instrument companies, Bruker continues to strive to fully meet the needs of its customers and to continue to develop state-of-the-art technologies and innovative solutions for today's analytical challenges.

The Financial Business Partner - Group FP&A  (m/f/d) is a critical resource to support management in financial planning and decision-making. You will manage the financial quarterly forecast, annual budgeting and StratPlan process, provide analysis and recommendations to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities. This includes assuring developing quality reports, variance analysis, and financial modeling. This position works closely with the commercial and operational finance teams as well as with Corporate Headquarter. You will report to Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) for BBIO and work closely with the Group CFO.

As a Financial Business Partner - Group FP&A you will be responsible for:

• Proactively participate and support in development and preparation of strategic plans, annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly updates.
• Support the Finance Management in the setting of targets that balance revenue growth, operating profitability and cash flow across all Divisions and the Group, identify risks and manage opportunities.
• Assess business performance and results against both the annual budget and long-term strategy.
• Analysis and interpretation of trends, preparation of financial and management reports and procedures and the presentation of findings and specific recommendations to senior management.
• Understand key product line /business line operating metrics and measure functional performance to the established goals.
• Supply regular and quality business reports based on agreed metric and KPI systems/dashboards.
• Provide business insight through the effective use of available tools, systems and processes to generate critical financial and operational data for the Divisions/Group. Supply regular and consistent business reports of agreed-to metrics and KPI's to ensure visibility and accountability for business results.
• Make actionable recommendations on strategy and operations, using solid planning, forecasting, predictive analytics and results monitoring.
• Contribute to the development of standard financial processes, with a focus on implementing common financial processes and practices globally across divisions.
• Support in maintaining the appropriate environment of internal financial controls in all aspects of the Division. Ensure the consistent implementation of Bruker Corporate’s accounting policies.
• Participate in important Division initiatives, Restructuring, M&A and others.
• Establish productive working relationships within the BBIO Commercial and Operations Finance teams, Regional and Corporate Finance to facilitate effective information sharing.

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA highly preferred
• At least 5 years of experience with Controlling or Financial Planning and Analysis topics
• Excellent analytical skills with accounting and financial reporting experience
• Strong SAP FI/CO and Microsoft Office, esp. Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Highest standards of accuracy and precision; highly organized
• Strong oral and written communications skills
• Strong team player, time management skills, with a deadline orientation; ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent English and German language skills are required, French is an advantage.