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 109,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

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.

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

What You Will Do:

• Serves as a business partner for the following business units within Corporate BTS organization: Business Solutions and Services, Medical Devices IT, International IT and Product Technology.
• 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 and 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 8 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.

What We Offer

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:

• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority (Include for Manufacturing roles only)
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled (Include for Manufacturing roles only)
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: 

 www.abbottbenefits.com

Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.

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