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.

Please note any offer of employment for this position is conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination, including drug and alcohol screening, conducted by a medical practitioner designated by the Company

Abbott in Ireland

Abbott has been operating in Ireland since 1946 and serves the Irish market with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, diabetes care, medical devices and nutritional products. In Ireland, Abbott currently employs about 6,000 people across ten sites located in Dublin, Donegal, Clonmel, Cootehill, Galway, Kilkenny, Longford and Sligo.

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

This position is an opportunity in the Abbott Diabetes Care Division and is based in The Embankment, Sligo Town. We are helping people with Diabetes lead healthier, happier lives.   As a global leader in diabetes care, Abbott is constantly working to deliver the highest quality products and unwavering support to our customers.  Consistent and accurate glucose monitoring is the foundation of any diabetes management plan, so we’re committed to continuous improvement in the way patients and professionals measure, track and analyze glucose levels.

Main Purpose of the role

In this role you will be part of the TPM Finance team. As an Senior Accountant, you will play a key role to support Abbott Diabetes Care Irish Third-Party Manufacturing (TPM) operations. You will be reporting to the TPM Controller and should be able to understand and apply complex concepts, identify risks, propose recommendations and solutions to issues. 
 

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure accounting practices are in compliance with Abbott Policy

• Ensure month end reporting is carried out efficiently and as timely as possible.

• Provide financial support to other departments to assist in goal achievements.

• Assist in preparing LBE’s and long range plans

• Ownership of standard cost setting processes

• Entity Accounting & Quarterly CSO submissions

• Prepare performance statements and conduct variance analysis 

• Any other finance work as required by the Pant Controller

EDUCATION AND COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Minimum 5 years of accounting / financial planning and analysis experience, with manufacturing / costing background preferred;

• BS in Accounting / Finance required;

• Ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems.

• Knowledge of the principles, processes and standards for integrated financial analysis and reporting.

• Third level relevant qualification and Accountancy qualification with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA designation.

• Knowledge of ERP systems and a high proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint applications.  SAP experience is ideal

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively interact with Senior Leadership.

     

The base pay for this position is

N/A

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Accounting & Reporting

     

DIVISION:

ADC Diabetes Care

        

LOCATION:

Ireland > Sligo : Castle Street

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Ie - Dl39S9 (Ireland)

     

TRAVEL:

Not specified

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Yes

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable