Senior Finance Manager

6 days ago

Great Abington, United Kingdom Illumina Full time £70,000 - £120,000 per year
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible. Senior Finance Manager - Commercial Business Partner

Location: Hub & Hybrid (Minimum 1 day per week in our Cambridge office)
Contract: 1-Year Fixed Term

Are you ready to influence strategy and drive profitable growth in one of Illumina's dynamic EMEALA sub-regions? As Senior Finance Manager - Commercial Business Partner you'll be the commercial finance leader for your region—owning the full P&L and partnering closely with the Sub-Region General Manager and leadership team. This is your chance to make a measurable impact in a high-growth, innovation-driven environment.

Why You?

You thrive on turning data into insight and insight into action. You're a strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset, ready to challenge the status quo and lead change. In this role, you'll:

  • Own the Numbers: Full P&L responsibility—from revenue to OPEX to profit.
  • Drive Decisions: Provide high-quality financial insight that shapes regional strategy.
  • Lead Transformation: Simplify processes, improve reporting, and champion efficiency.
  • Collaborate Across Borders: Work closely with country and sub-regional teams to deliver consistent, impactful financial guidance.
What You'll Do
  • Partner with commercial functions to support forecasting, budgeting, and pricing strategies.
  • Deliver actionable insights on investment performance and market opportunities.
  • Design and implement reporting tools that empower teams and streamline processes.
  • Act as a catalyst for change—challenging decisions with sound financial reasoning.
  • Represent Finance at senior leadership meetings, influencing key strategic initiatives.
What You Bring
  • Degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (MBA/CPA/CIMA/ACCA preferred).
  • Proven experience in a high-growth or large-scale organization (life sciences/pharma a plus).
  • Advanced skills in TM1, Cognos, IBM Planning Analytics (or similar).
  • Strong grasp of corporate finance principles, forecasting, and financial modeling.
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
Why Illumina?

Join a global leader in genomics, where innovation meets purpose. At Illumina, you'll be part of a mission to improve human health by unlocking the power of the genome—while advancing your career in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us shape the future of healthcare.


We are a company deeply rooted in belonging, promoting an inclusive environment where employees feel valued and empowered to contribute to our mission. Built on a strong foundation, Illumina has always prioritized openness, collaboration, and seeking alternative perspectives to propel innovation in genomics. We are proud to confirm a zero-net gap in pay, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or race. We also have several Employee Resource Groups (ERG) that deliver career development experiences, increase cultural awareness, and offer opportunities to engage in social responsibility. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information. Illumina conducts background checks on applicants for whom a conditional offer of employment has been made. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Background check results may potentially result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment. The background check process and any decisions made as a result shall be made in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal laws. Illumina prohibits the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the application and interview process. If you require accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact To learn more, visit: The position will be posted until a final candidate is selected or the requisition has a sufficient number of qualified applicants. This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

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