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.  Our Rapid Diagnostics division is about providing innovative ways to screen, diagnose and monitor a vast range of health conditions with greater speed, accuracy and efficiency.  Abbott's rapid diagnostic tests allow healthcare professionals and their patients to get same-day results. For healthcare workers, this means they can diagnose and advise their patients in a single office visit. For patients, quicker results means earlier treatment, less anxiety, less time and money spent on repeat doctor visits and a faster return to good health.

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 will have access to:

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

• Amazing health and wellness benefits and perks.

• A company recognised 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 500.   

The Role
 

We are seeking a commercially astute Finance Manager to join our team, with flexibility for the role to be based in either Sydney or Brisbane depending on the successful candidate’s location. This is a high-impact position partnering closely with senior leadership to provide critical financial insight and driving performance across the region.  As a key business partner to the Commercial and General Management teams, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, supporting decision-making through meaningful analysis, and ensuring strong financial governance. You will lead the consolidation and reporting of sales, P&L, balance sheet, and cash performance, while also contributing to planning cycles, forecasting, and driving improvements in profitability and operational efficiency.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working cross-functionally, and is passionate about translating data into actionable insights that influence strategic outcomes.

Responsibilities:  

• Prepare and deliver consolidated reporting for Sales, P&L, and Balance Sheet (both actuals and forecasts) across ANZPI (Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Islands), including Actuals, RLBE/Forecast, and Confirmations.

• Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to the CM/GM, supporting day-to-day operational and commercial decision-making.

• Oversee the consolidation, reporting, and monitoring of the Cash Conversion Cycle and Credit Management across ANZPI markets.

• Lead the consolidation, analysis, and reporting of regional Plans and RLBE submissions.

• Manage distributor-related activities, including appointment and renewal processes, inventory oversight, and credit/margin claim management.

• Provide financial analysis and decision support by identifying and evaluating key profitability drivers across Plan and RLBE cycles.

• Deliver insightful, value-added analytics to guide and influence Senior Management on risks, opportunities, and strategic decisions.

• Track and report end-customer sales performance (primary, secondary, and tertiary) across all ANZPI markets.

• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial data in line with corporate/divisional policies and GAAP requirements.

• Implement and maintain adherence to Abbott accounting policies and procedures (CFMs).

• Partner with local HR to review and provide Sales Incentive calculations.

• Lead and develop one direct report, supporting their growth and capability building.

Qualification and Experience:

• Degree in Finance or Accountancy or related subjects

• Minimum 8-10 years of business controlling experience in multinational, customer-oriented environment (Experience in FP&A is highly advantageous)

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements:

• Excellent analytical/ problem solving skills and critical thinking abilities

• Strong can-do attitude: Innovative and collaborative with a passion for quality and efficiency

• Good interpersonal and communication skills

• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint and ability to learn / leverage on digital tools

     

The base pay for this position is

N/A

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

     

JOB FAMILY:

Financial Planning and Analysis

     

DIVISION:

ID Infectious Disease

        

LOCATION:

Australia > Macquarie Park : 299 Lane Cove Road

     

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

     

WORK SHIFT:

Standard

     

TRAVEL:

Not specified

     

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

     

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)