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.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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.

Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.

An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

We have an immediate opportunity for a Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis. This role may be located in our Lake County, Abbott Park, IL or Willis Tower, Chicago, IL location. 

This role offers unparalleled exposure to key business functions and senior leadership, providing a comprehensive FP&A experience that is both challenging and rewarding, ideal for those looking to make a significant impact and advance their careers.

The Senior Financial Analyst role in Corporate FP&A supports our Global Marketing, Global Citizenship and Government Affairs teams as well as consolidating actual financial results and forecasts for the Corporate Staff organization and supporting/managing business projects.  The position will partner with business leaders to advise and guide financial performance and achieve business goals. 

What You'll Work On:

The Senior Financial Analyst is a financial partner and counsel to Global Marketing, Global Citizenship and Government Affairs teams and is responsible for financial planning and analysis, decision support and project support.

Key aspects of the role include meeting with business partners to review actual results and gain intelligence for forecasts and other analytics, reviewing actual results and forecasts with Finance management and participating in other key activities and projects to support the business including ad hoc analysis which enables timely and effective business decisions.

Prepares and presents dashboards and reporting packages for actuals and forecasts.

Participates in the consolidation of financial results and forecasts for part or all of a Corporate function. Assists manager with ad-hoc analysis and preparation of review materials for presentation to Business and Finance leaders.

Partners with Finance colleagues on Cash Flow management and analytics. 

Prepares and supports financial evaluation and implementation of capital projects and other business investments.

Initiates and implements process improvements across departments and work groups. Develops and proposes solutions to business and financial issues.

Actively promotes a positive team environment.  Participates in talent development opportunities including training and mentoring.  Prioritizes self-development and continuous learning.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with concentration in accounting or finance

3-5 years of finance and/or accounting experience

Proficient with financial modeling tools including Excel, PowerPoint and other FP&A applications

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interact with and support business partners

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work on multiple priorities and execute in a fast-paced environment

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.

The base pay for this position is $72,700.00 – $145,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.