Financial Analyst

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION: Financial Analyst 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. Youll 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 bachelors 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 At Molecular Diagnostics, we realize the potential of personalized care as the laboratorys most trusted and preferred source for molecular diagnostic solutions. We are a division of Abbott Laboratories, a global, diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics. This position works out of our Lake Forest, IL location in the Abbott Molecular Diagnostics Division. We are a division of Abbott Laboratories, a global, diversified healthcare innovator with a legacy of pioneering work in medical diagnostics. As a Financial Analyst, you will work under the supervision of the Finance Manager and will be responsible for assisting with the analysis and preparation of the annual Plan and OEM, quarterly Latest Best Estimate (LBE), monthly reporting, and supporting divisional business partners. This role works closely with local and international Finance teams. What Youll Work On Support the team in managing the division headquarters budgets and providing business partnership support Consolidation of financial forecasts and actuals reporting Collaborate with Global finance teams to prepare and analyze LBE submissions Support Balance Sheet, Cash Flow analysis, and Exchange reporting and analytics Support various ad hoc analytics and monthly reporting for Finance Controller and senior management staff Required Qualifications Bachelors in Business, with focus in Accounting/Finance 1-2 years of relevant work experience Proficiency in MS Excel and Access Advanced knowledge of Excel and financial applications Demonstrate a sense of urgency and manage timelines Strong interpersonal and communication skills to communicate effectively with all levels of management Receptive to change and a team player Ability to prioritize and meet strict deadline requirements Preferred Proficiency with TM1/SAP/HFM. Apply Now 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 $61,300.00 $122,700.00 In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Financial Planning and Analysis DIVISION: AMD Molecular LOCATION: United States > Lake Forest : J55 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), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdf EEO is the Law link - Espanol: http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdf Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether its next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of lifes greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter