Senior Financial Analyst at Abbott Laboratories Limited

Pokeno, Waikato Region, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Planning & Analysis, Product Costing, SAP ERP, Budgeting, Forecasting, Month-End Close, Variance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Internal Controls, Fixed Asset Management, Power BI, Power Query, S&OP Processes, Management Accounting, Financial Reporting, Audit Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION: 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. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world 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 a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists. The Opportunity In this role, you will support financial planning, analysis, product costing, and reporting activities for our sites, partnering closely with cross‑functional teams to drive business performance. What You’ll Do Financial Planning & Analysis Support all aspects of forecasting, financial reporting, and performance analysis for the manufacturing sites. Drive the annual budget process, quarterly forecasts, month‑end close activities, and routine weekly reporting cycles. Consolidate and report financial performance across systems including SAP, HFM, etc. Month‑End Close & Reporting Manage month‑end close activities including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial report generation. Monitor spending to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant reporting aligned with divisional requirements. Maintain high levels of financial integrity and ensure strong internal controls. Product Costing & Manufacturing Finance Lead the annual standard cost setting process, delivering SKU‑level standards and year‑over‑year cost driver analysis. Analyze variances related to material usage, spending, operational performance, and cost improvement initiatives. Support valuation, financial modeling, and implementation of Cost Improvement Projects (CIP). Budgeting & Forecasting Support Partner with department managers to develop annual budgets and quarterly forecasts using a zero‑based approach. Support the Plant Manager and Finance Controller in preparing review packages for leadership. Fixed Assets & Compliance Document fixed asset procedures and coordinate inventories. Support internal and external audit activities. Process Improvement & Collaboration Develop strong understanding of business drivers and operational processes to lead or support process improvement initiatives. Work cross‑functionally to gather insights, influence decisions, and support business outcomes. Assist management with special projects and ad hoc financial analyses. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance Minimum 5 years of finance experience, including progressive responsibility in accounting and/or finance Experience in cost accounting/management accounting/manufacturing finance Proficient in SAP ERP (FICO), Microsoft Office, and other financial systems Understanding of S&OP processes and fixed cost absorption (L&OH absorption) Knowledge of integrated financial analysis and reporting standards Ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to provide data‑driven insights to support decision making Strong analytical skills and understanding of financial accounting systems Experience with Power Query, Power BI, or similar tools Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively Intellectual curiosity and a drive to identify root causes of issues Experience in a high‑volume manufacturing environment Location: This position is based in Waikato District > Pokeno. 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. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Financial Planning and Analysis DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain LOCATION: New Zealand > Waikato: Pokeno Plant 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) 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 it’s 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 life’s 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

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Responsibilities

Support financial planning, analysis, and product costing for manufacturing sites while partnering with cross-functional teams to drive business performance. Manage month-end close activities, annual budget processes, and lead standard cost setting and variance analysis.