• Financial Analyst

    Bayer (Muscatine, IA)


    Financial Analyst

     

    At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us. If you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice.

     

    Financial Analyst

     

    This role will provide cost accounting knowledge and analysis to multiple stakeholders with high level of complexity, works independently on most complex assignments and can identify issues and/or recommend and implement solutions, training other professionals. This role will contribute to the reliability of the books in his/her scope of responsibility and accuracy of product cost, allowing certification by auditors. Ensures compliance with BMA, IFRS and Group guidelines. Is also responsible for the budget, forecast, analysis and financial support for their areas of responsibility.

    YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

    + Act as a Finance and Controlling business partner for Glyphosate and its intermediate products.

    + Support annual financial planning, forecasting, monthly closing, cost reviews, and financial reporting for assigned business areas.

    + Ensure strong internal controls and compliance, coordinating with internal and external auditors.

    + Develop and present financial plans and performance insights at site and business levels.

    + Identify and drive cost management, continuous improvement, and special project initiatives.

    + Support balance sheet optimization and return-on-capital improvement efforts.

    + Deliver financial training and build financial acumen across site and plant teams.

    + Challenge existing business practices to enhance efficiency and results.

    + Promote streamlined, standardized processes aligned with policies and corporate guidelines

    WHO YOU ARE

    Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

    Required Qualifications:

    + Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

    + 3+ years of experience

    + Strong knowledge of cost accounting systems, product costing, and corporate accounting policies.

    + Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office; promotes use of digital tools to improve efficiency.

    + Analytical, problem-solving, and business acumen skills with attention to accuracy and detail.

    + Effective communicator and collaborator across all organizational levels and global teams.

    + Proven ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams, fostering a “no-silo” mindset.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + CPA or MBA preferred

    + Experience in finance or cost accounting within a manufacturing environment

    + Experience in Life Sciences or Agribusiness, familiarity with Bayer Group reporting standards

     

    Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $83,173.60 - $124,760.40. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

     

    This posting will be available for application until at least 11/26/25.

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    YOUR APPLICATION

    Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs. If you meet the requirements of this unique opportunity, and want to impact our mission Science for a better life, we encourage you to apply now. Be part of something bigger. Be you. Be Bayer.

     

    To all recruitment agencies: Bayer does not accept unsolicited third party resumes.

     

    Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

     

    Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

     

    Bayer is an E-Verify Employer.

     

    **Location:** United States : Iowa : Muscatine

    **Division:** Crop Science

    **Reference Code:** 856621

    Contact Us

    **Email:** [email protected]