Senior Financial Analyst

Company: Biolife Plasma Services
Location: Streamwood
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

By clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge. Job Description We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Finance Business Partner to join our BioLife team. This key role involves supporting our BioLife functions by driving financial planning processes and ensuring alignment with our overarching business strategies. Key Responsibilities: - Collaborate closely with assigned functions to understand their unique business needs and provide strategic financial guidance tailored to their objectives. - Facilitate informed financial decision-making by analyzing data and offering insights that support the success of our initiatives. - Conduct ad hoc financial modeling to evaluate specific scenarios or projects, offering valuable insights and recommendations. - Act as a trusted advisor for financial inquiries and provide support as needed to ensure the financial health and sustainability of our BioLife functions. OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE - Act as key finance business partner for BioLife functions - Assists in the financial planning processes - Works closely with assigned functions to understand their business requirements and provide strategic guidance. - Ad hoc financial modeling ACCOUNTABILITIES - Perform journal entries and analysis for the BioLife Plasma network as part of month-end close activities. - Assists in the preparation of monthly financial reports and with insightful commentary on financial performance. - Prepare the annual expense budget for specific functions. Coordinate the budget and forecast activities with various BioLife finance team members. - Support various BioLife functions by identifying trends in monthly results to help those functions achieve financial targets. - Improve processes by looking for new ways to analyze and report results; leveraging Global Tools. - Develop financial models to support ad hoc initiatives - Plasma & fixed asset inventory counts - Areas of responsibility include plasma loss, production supplies, freight. DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS Technical/Functional (Line) Expertise - In depth knowledge of finance systems and processes related to accounting and controlling as well as financial planning and analysis. Leadership - Ability to set priorities, develop workflow processes, and influence business partners. Decision-making and Autonomy - Strong problem solving and analytical skills. Interaction - Excellent communication skills. Ability to manage virtual relationships. Focus on internal customer needs. Innovation - Ability to improve business and finance function specific processes Complexity - Ability to analyze complex financial processes. Ability to interpret and question data inputs to financial models and support recommendations. EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: - Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting - Minimum of 3 years of financial analysis experience - Experience with management reporting, financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. - Strong analytical skills with demonstrated business impact in previous roles - Proven ability to determine financial and business valuations of investment initiatives. - Strong computer software skills (Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Excel, PowerPoint), SAP, TM1. - Experience working in a pharmaceutical or healthcare setting is preferred. - Deep knowledge of all aspects of financial management – budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including consolidation across the company. BioLife Compensation and Benefits Summary We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. For Location: Bannockburn, IL U.S. Base Salary Range: $86,500.00 - $135,960.00 The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location. U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation. EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations Bannockburn, IL Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time Job Exempt Yes

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