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. + Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO + An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution + Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/tackling-student-debt-for-our-employees.html) student debt program, and FreeU (https://www.abbott.com/corpnewsroom/strategy-and-strength/college-degree-for-free-its-possible-with-freeu.html) 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. **Heart Failure** Leading an active lifestyle is important to the many people we serve. In Abbott’s Heart Failure division, we’re advancing the treatment of heart disease through breakthrough medical technologies in heart failure, allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives. **The Opportunity** Our location in PLEASANTON, CA currently has an opportunity for a Sr. FINANCIAL ANALYST. The Sr. FINANCIAL ANALYST will be an FP&A professional supporting Heart Failure Operations. This position will be partnering with various levels of business teams to drive financial ownership, cost efficiency, and business excellence. Scope of responsibilities include supporting the Operations team in Portland, OR and the Capital Tech Services Global HF organization, creation and maintenance of annual budgets and periodic forecast updates, provide financial analysis, performance monitoring and variance analysis. You will be partnering closely with Operation leadership and others to help maximize division margin improvement for the business unit. **WHAT YOU’LL DO** + Develop budgets and forecasts in support of annual Plan and quarterly LBE (Latest Best Estimate) for Portland Operations and Capital Tech Services. Perform variance analysis and identify key drivers in support of business performance improvement and strategic decision-making. + Perform monthly accounting responsibilities for month-end close including journey entry preparation, spend/headcount review, variance analyses, and reporting of month end results to management. + Conduct regular financial reviews with business partners to communicate financial performance and key business issues and provide valuable insight to help business achieve financial goals. + Assist with divisional consolidations of monthly results and quarterly LBE’s. **Required Qualifications** + Associate Degree in Accounting / Finance required + Minimum 4+ years’ experience + Skill set: + Self-motivated and proactive, setting high standards for success + Strong analytical and critical thinking skills + Accuracy and attention to detail + Great communication skills and ability to articulate results based on audience + Quick learner and adaptable to changes and new environment. **Preferred Qualifications** + BS in Accounting / Finance + Minimum 5 years of accounting / financial planning and analysis experience + Technical proficiency: + Advanced user of Excel (e.g. Pivot table, common Excel functionalities), Word, and PowerPoint; strong experience with SAP ERP and Hyperion Planning/Essbase systems. * 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 benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully:** www.abbottbenefits.com (http://www.abbottbenefits.com/pages/candidate.aspx) 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. 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 $83,600.00 – $167,200.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com