Business Analyst - Operations (GFS Americas)

About the role

AstraZeneca is seeking a Business Analyst for the Operations & Enabling Team within Global Financial Services (GFS) Americas. The role supports manufacturing and quality sites across Biologics and Small Molecules regions, providing finance business partner services and analytical insight.

Key responsibilities

• Support manufacturing/quality sites with cost analysis, inventory management, and capital expenditure tracking.
• Prepare monthly journal entries, including accruals, re‑classifications, deferrals, and variance releases.
• Execute month‑end close activities, financial reporting, and variance analysis, delivering insightful commentary for management packs.
• Ensure data consistency across reporting platforms to support safe decision‑making for senior leadership.
• Perform regular analysis of manufacturing, manpower, OPEX, logistics, capex, and inventory variances, providing visibility to site finance and recommending corrective actions.

Required profile

• Strong finance or accounting background, preferably with experience in manufacturing environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively within large, cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail.

Required skills