As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters’ innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters’ passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

The Finance Business Manager acts as a strategic finance partner to the Advanced Diagnostics business, Canada providing comprehensive financial leadership and decision support. The role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and relevance of all key financial information that underpins business planning, performance management, strategic initiatives, and executive decision‑making.

Responsibilities: 

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budget, 3-year strategic plan, and quarterly forecasts for the business unit.
• Work with functional leaders to gather underlying assumptions for budget/forecast/ASR. Ensure proper assumptions such as volume growth, one-time projects, depreciations, inflation, etc. are built into planning submissions.  Help identify potential risks and opportunities and perform ongoing tracking.
• Strong understanding of events impacting individual P&L line items and the intrecitage relationship between movements of P&L line items.
• Provide support to functional units in developing growth strategies and in achieving key financial and business objectives.  Play an integral part in assessing potential risks and opportunities for financial goals and identifying action plans to address gaps.

Actual reporting

• Own and lead monthly income statement analysis as a core component of the month‑end close process, partnering closely with Finance Analysis, NASSC, and local accounting teams to ensure accurate and complete expense recognition. Analyze, report, and clearly explain performance variances against Projection, Budget, and Prior Year.
• Apply strong expertise in revenue, cost, and expense recognition accounting, including complex areas such as capital and operating lease accounting, to ensure compliance, accuracy, and consistency in financial reporting.
• Drive sales performance monitoring by collaborating with business partners to track and report weekly sales results, proactively identifying risks and opportunities, and translating insights into informed monthly and quarterly outlooks.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and perform detailed financial analyses—including price/volume, excess and obsolete inventory, accruals, and product cost—across both actual month‑end close and planning cycles to support financial accuracy and decision‑making.
• Prepare and present comprehensive financial results and insights at regional and global leadership forums, delivering clear, actionable narratives to support executive decision‑making.

 

Other financial tasks

• Lead and contribute to cross‑functional Finance initiatives and special projects as required, collaborating closely with Finance peers to share best practices, drive continuous improvement, and incorporate emerging insights.
• Develop robust financial models and business case analyses to support investment decisions, strategic initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Evaluate existing accounting policies, financial activities, processes, and systems, identifying opportunities for enhancement and providing well‑reasoned recommendations to Management.
• Support ad hoc analyses, special assignments, and other responsibilities as required to meet evolving business and organizational needs.

Education and Experience required:

• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in Finance, with a focus on Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) in the medical device, pharmaceutical or consumer packaged goods industries, and 2+ years experience supervising a team, including team development, coaching, and performance management.
• University degree with emphasis in Finance, Business, Commerce, or related field. 
• CPA designation.
• Solid accounting policies knowledge, including revenue recognition and capital versus operating lease principles.
  

Knowledge and Skills required:

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and proficient with Microsoft suite Word, Outloo, etc.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, JDE, and/or BPC.
• Strong analytical capabilities, with the ability to interpret both financial and non‑financial data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
• Proactive self‑starter with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Highly self‑motivated and organized, able to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong business acumen and a proven track record of driving process improvements.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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Primary Work Location

CAN Mississauga - Derry Road West

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