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ThermoFisher Scientific Senior Automation Manager in Lagunilla, Costa Rica

Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

The Finance Digital Transformation team is at the forefront of business transformation, implementing technology solutions such as Robotic Process Automation, Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence. As we drive standardization, simplification, and productivity gains across the Finance function, we are seeking an Automation Finance Manager to lead this evolution.

If you are passionate about how the intersection of finance, RPA, Process simplification, and other automation technologies come together to tell a story and drive decision-making within a world-leading life science company, then this is the role for you!

The Senior Automation Manager is responsible for providing most suited technological and process simplification solutions to drive business simplification, standardization & transformation. This individual will work collaboratively with all levels of business partners to drive global initiatives and strategies for adopting Automation Capabilities (RPA, Process Mining, OCR, Process re-engineering etc.) and lead the team of process engineers to execution of automation solutions that optimize Finance function of AIG division.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with business and functional partners to define project requirements and co-manage a team of automation engineers to build sustainable solutions.

• Create awareness of emerging technologies and drive lean value stream mapping events to streamline processes for automation.

• Lead the design and delivery of automation projects.

• Identify and justify automation opportunities, focusing on productivity improvements at a micro-process level.

• Manage the automation project backlog, prioritizing based on cost-benefit analysis and aligning with program objectives.

• Organize project teams, manage interdependent projects, and coordinate execution across multiple initiatives.

• Resolve roadblocks, manage risks, and scope changes, and communicate progress at various organizational levels, including leadership and executives.

• Drive a continuous learning culture within the team, staying updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

• Develop a collaborative and innovative team culture, providing guidance and mentorship to team members.

• Ensure deliverable quality to meet stakeholder expectations and track project outcomes and customer satisfaction levels through established metrics.

• Create Proof of Concepts for automated solutions using new low/no code and other tools, demonstrating feasibility.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information systems / finance or any other relevant field

Experience

• 2+ years of hands-on experience on automation tools and cognitive platforms such as UiPath, Blue Prism, Automation Anywhere, Process mining etc. UiPath experience is a plus.

• 5+ years of Finance and Accounting or transformation domain expertise

• Experience with Scrum /Agile development methodologies. JIRA is a plus.

• 2-3 years’ experience leading and handling project teams is preferable.

• Experience with business analytics software, Microsoft Power Suite, or other finance automation software a plus.

• Experience with Workflow tools, Workiva, Dodeca and various Blackline modules; development and implementation is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficiency of the English language (verbal and written).

• Ability to quickly learn and analyze the requirement, terms and propose a viable solution.

• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification and/or related business process excellence trainings are a plus.

• Advanced Excel is a must.

• Strong presentation skills

• Credible change agent with demonstrated initiative, facilitation & interpersonal skills; exhibits confidence; proven ability to work well with & influence all levels of stakeholders.

• Proven ability to lead; demonstrated abilities to deliver effective presentations and educate at all levels of the organization.

• Clear & strategic problem solver: strong problem-solving skills; good business acumen; recognizes & addresses systemic issues, leverages & shares best practices.

• Demonstrated analytical, quantitative, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to reason through complex situations with strength in identifying and mitigating risks.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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