Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

     

JOB DESCRIPTION:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We’re always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

•        Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

•        Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

•        An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

•        Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

•        A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.

•        A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity:

Our location in Lake Bluff, Illinois, currently has an opportunity for a Finance Manager to support our  Business & Technology Services, office of the CIO.

The Finance Manager provides FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) support to the Corporate Business & Technology Services (BTS) organization. Oversees financial processes and activities and provides analytics to support strategic business decisions.

What You'll Work On:

• Serves as a business partner for the following business units within Corporate BTS organization: Enterprise Cybersecurity, Digital Technology, Commercial Delivery Services, and Abbott Nutrition IT.

• Leveraging Abbott Shared Services organization, oversees monthly close activities, provides clear and meaningful financial reporting and commentary. Ensures compliance and champions internal controls and procedures.

• Develops forecasts, prepares supporting analytics and review materials for presentation to Chief Information officer (CIO). Manages risks and opportunities through the use of external and internal signals and data. Develops contingency plans. 

• Partners with the business to define, review and analyze the projects. Assists with preparation and review of Requests for Capital Expenditure (RCEs). Provides analytical support for contracts’ negotiations.

• Drives continuous improvements and simplifications in financial and business processes.

• Manages a team of two financial analysts. Attracts talent and actively promotes positive team environment by coaching and mentoring. Prioritizes development and continuous learning.

  

Education and Experience You Will Bring:

• Degree in Finance or Accounting. CPA, CMA or MBA preferred.
• At least 7 years of experience in financial planning, analysis and accounting
• Supervisory / management experience
• Proficient with financial modeling, systems, tools including Excel, Hyperion Essbase and SAP.
• Strong interpersonal and executive communication skills, ability to interact with senior leadership
• Ability to synthesize complex, technical issues and summarize with relevancy and clarity.
• Ability to manage many competing priorities and execute in a pressurized environment.

* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:  www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal

     

The base pay for this position is

$95,000.00 – $190,000.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

     

JOB FAMILY:

Financial Planning and Analysis

     

DIVISION:

FIN Corporate Finance

        

LOCATION:

United States > Abbott Park : AP06C

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

No

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

No

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)

     

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

     

EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf

     

EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf