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 is fully integrated and built to serve our customers across the full spectrum of their eye health needs throughout their lives. Our iconic brand is built on the deep trust and loyalty of our customers established over our 170-year history. We have a significant global research, development, manufacturing and commercial footprint of approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in approximately 100 countries, extending our reach to billions of potential customers across the globe. We have long been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health, and we believe we are well positioned to continue leading the advancement of eye health in the future.
The Senior Financial Planning Analyst, R&D Finance, is a key member of the Financial Planning & Analysis team, providing strategic financial planning, forecasting, and analytical support to the Global Research & Development organization. This role partners closely with R&D leadership to drive financial discipline, transparency, and insight across operating expenses, project spend, and long-range planning. The position plays a critical role in enabling informed decision-making, optimizing resource allocation, and supporting the advancement of the company’s innovation pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Partner with R&D leadership to develop and manage annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-range financial plans.
- Forecast and track departmental and project-level expenditures, identifying risks, opportunities, and variance drivers.
- Provide scenario modeling and financial analyses to support strategic R&D investment decisions.
Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Prepare and deliver clear, actionable financial reporting, including monthly variance analyses against plan and forecast.
- Produce analytical support for accounting, including monthly fluctuation explanations and audit-ready documentation.
- Develop dashboards and management reporting to enhance visibility into R&D spending and performance.
Business Partnership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Serve as a trusted finance partner to R&D leaders, providing guidance on