Financial Analyst I

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world—from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Our mission is simple, yet powerful: helping you see better, to live better. Our comprehensive portfolio of over 400 products serves customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs. With a 170-year history, a global workforce of approximately 13,000 employees, and a presence in approximately 100 countries, we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health.

About the role

The Financial Analyst, Corporate FP&A, is a key member of the finance organization, supporting core financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and business performance analysis. This role partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver accurate, timely, and actionable financial insights that support decision-making. The analyst will contribute to the development of planning processes, reporting enhancements, and analytical frameworks to improve financial visibility, operational efficiency, and overall business performance.

The ideal candidate is highly analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and communicate insights effectively to a variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Support the annual operating plan, forecast, and long-range planning processes, including periodic updates and analysis
• Partner with stakeholders to gather inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment across planning cycles
• Assist in developing financial models and analyses to support forecasting accuracy and business insights
• Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and business partners
• Analyze actual results versus budget/forecast, identify key variances, and provide clear explanations of performance drivers
• Support consolidation of financial results and contribute to management reporting materials
• Support month-end close activities, including accruals, journal entries, and variance analysis
• Own and maintain monthly cost trackers, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and alignment with financial reporting
• Coordinate with Accounting and finance teams to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Accounting, and other business functions to support financial planning and analysis activities
• Provide analytical support to business partners to help drive informed decision-making
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve planning, reporting, and data management processes
• Support system enhancements, reporting automation, and process standardization initiatives
• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, or a related analytical role

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into meaningful insights
• Solid understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel; strong working knowledge of PowerPoint and Word
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to different audiences
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across functions and build strong working relationships
• Experience with financial planning or enterprise reporting systems preferred
• Experience in large, complex, or highly regulated environments is a plus

Location

US - Bridgewater, NJ

Pay

The starting pay for this role is between $60,000.00 and $75,000.00. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and programs that support work-life balance
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and contribute to meaningful work