Financial Analyst

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated Financial Analyst to join our Finance team at our headquarters in Northeast Minneapolis. This analyst will support strategic financial planning and analysis activities and will play a critical role in providing financial insights, decision support and contributing to the overall financial health of the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term strategic plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams
• Perform variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year
• Analyze financial data and trends to provide insights that inform key business decisions, highlight opportunities for cost optimization, revenue growth, and risk mitigation
• Assist in the preparation of presentations for management, including quarterly business reviews (QBRs), annual operating plan (AOP) and the strategic annual plan (STRAP)
• Lead and/or support ad hoc projects and analysis as required
• Participate in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency, accuracy and effectiveness of financial reporting and analysis processes

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• 1-3 years of experience in Finance and/or Accounting required
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Accounting experience and knowledge of GAAP
• Experience in financial modeling, planning and forecasting, and data analysis
• Analytical mindset with the ability to translate financial analysis into clear, actionable insights
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying challenges and proposing solutions
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate with all levels and functions of the organization
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Driven, self-motivated and inquisitive nature

Why Join Bio-Techne:

• We offer competitive salaries along with extensive medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family starting on day one!
• We invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k matching and an employee stock purchase plan.
• We help our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.
• We offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging. 
• We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Bio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.