Assistant Controller EMEA

at  Abbott Laboratories

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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics and/or Finance. CPA or MBA would be preferred.
• At least 8 years’ experience, 3 years of which in a managerial role, obtained preferably in a multinational environment, in the Pharma, Diagnostics, Med Devices or similar industries.
• Experience in a regional role or large affiliate (s)
• Highly analytical with a good appreciation and knowledge of the business
• Strong initiative and self-starter
• Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate at various levels and to work through effective prioritization of conflicting demands with multi-functional management
• Ability to challenge
• High degree of maturity in dealing with issues and affiliates with high complexity.

• Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.
• Employee management, coaching and development.
• Coordination of Scheduled Planning Activities.
• Ad-hoc Financial Analysis and requests.
• Clear Identification of Operational Path Required to Achieve Financial Goals.
• Month-end close and reporting (journal entry review, variance analysis and commentaries, performance reviews)
• Interface with operations directors, managers and other members of the leadership team as required to manage cost center spending budgets, headcount management, distressed inventory strategies, accurate volume forecasting, overhead cost control and effective execution of planned cost improvement initiatives.
• Coordination and support for Finance related inquiries and audits (internal and external).
• Financial Education and Training for Operations Extended Leadership Team