Senior Business Analyst

AstraZeneca is hiring a Senior Business Analyst in San Jose, Costa Rica. Level rates it ; you can apply on AstraZeneca.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this business analyst role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include SAP, Bw and Excel.
Level classifies it as a senior role.
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AI in this role

Prepare in-depth financial analyses, budgets, and forecasts as a Senior Business Analyst.

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Typical Accountabilities - Responsible for preparing in-depth financial analyses of budgets, forecasts, and actual results for review by Senior Management. - Coordinate and prepares presentations for regional Senior Management, the Group CFO, and other key meetings. - Coordinate the completion of the enterprise-wide planning cycle for the region. - Collaborate with other teams to consolidate regional business planning data. - Develop a comprehensive understanding of key business drivers, risk factors, and industry trends, applying this knowledge to financial analyses. - Identify and implements continuous improvement opportunities for planning and monthly reporting processes. - Perform ad-hoc reporting and financial analysis as required. Qualifications and Skills Essential: B.S. degree in Finance or Accounting; Knowledge of regional operating models; Proficiency in PC applications, including SAP, BW, Excel, and PowerPoint; Strong analytical skills; Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities, both oral and written; Proven ability to thrive in a teamwork-oriented environment; Demonstrated capacity to manage multiple and frequently changing priorities effectively; High level of accuracy and attention to detail; Proven ability to meet strict deadlines. Desirable: Pharmaceutical industry experience; MBA or CPA qualification required. Key Relationship to Reach Solutions Internal: Business Partners; Specialist Finance – Fin Systems & Group Accounting; Group Finance; Commercial Operations Finance. External:

Date Posted

13-oct-2026

Closing Date

12-nov-2026

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

How we rate this

Senior Business Analyst at AstraZeneca rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Senior Business Analyst is an open job at AstraZeneca.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Costa Rica - San Jose.
The job was posted on October 13, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by AstraZeneca. Apply on AstraZeneca

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Skills and AI tools this role asks for

Financial AnalysisBudgetingForecastingBusiness PlanningReportingSAPBwExcel

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Pay

Typical business analyst job: $105k

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