Senior Finance Analyst

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Advancing possibilities for a brighter tomorrow

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst – FP&A  on a permanent basis to join our team.

Job Purpose:

As a Senior Finance Analyst, you will partner closely with the Senior Finance Manager to identify, maximize, and secure financial incentives including grant aid, R&D tax credits, and innovation-related funding. You will also be responsible for tracking and managing project spend to ensure compliance and optimal financial performance across qualifying initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Incentive Strategy & Execution:

• Identify and evaluate opportunities for grant aid, R&D tax credits, and other government or industry incentives.
• Lead the preparation and submission of financial documentation for claims and applications.
• Collaborate with technical teams to compile supporting evidence and ensure eligibility.

Project Spend Management:

• Monitor and report on project budgets, actual spend, and forecasted costs.
• Ensure accurate allocation of costs to qualifying projects and maintain audit-ready records.
• Partner with project leads to align financial tracking with operational milestones.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Liaise with external advisors, auditors, and government bodies to support claims and drawdowns.
• Provide financial insights and updates to senior leadership on incentive performance and project ROI.

Compliance & Reporting:

• Stay current on legislative changes affecting R&D tax regimes and grant funding.
• Maintain systems of record for R&D and grant-related financial data.
• Support internal and external audits related to incentive claims.

Education & Experience:

• Level 8 Honors Bachelor’s or Master’s in Finance, Professional Accounting qualification
• 5+ years of experience in financial analysis, ideally with exposure to R&D tax credits or grant funding.
• Strong understanding of project accounting and cost tracking.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g., SAP), and financial reporting tools.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Desirable Attributes

• Experience working with innovation teams or in a technology/manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Irish and EU incentive schemes such as IDA Grants, R&D tax credits, Horizon Europe.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into strategic insights

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

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At Boston Scientific, we recognise that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative. It is essential in advancing science for life and improving patient health. We stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.  Boston Scientific is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with a disability. Should you require a reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please email TalentAcquisitionIre@bsci.com

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