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JOB DESCRIPTION:

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 and vascular disease through breakthrough medical technologies in electrophysiology and heart failure (EPHF), allowing people to restore their health and get on with their lives.

The Senior FPA Financial Analyst provides financial planning, analysis and reporting to management for the Electrophysiology (EP) business unit. Performs analysis and review of operating results. Assists with monthly financial closing activities, as well as preparing financial models, ad hoc analysis, and presentations supporting the quarterly LBE (latest best estimate) forecasting cycles.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Routinely performs financial planning and analysis activities for the EP business unit, which may include any combination of the following areas: budgeting and forecasting, profit and loss, market modeling, sales analysis, business development, gross margin, capital, exchange, price volume variance, headcount and other facets of the complete P&L.
• Participates in ad hoc analysis and reporting as required by finance management.
• Provides routine reports to management based on knowledge of finance systems and knowledge of the EP operations.
• Partners with key geographies to consolidate month-end analysis and commentary related to the financial close cycle
• Prepares consolidated reporting, presentations and analysis for quarterly LBE cycles.
• Executes annual goals and objectives as defined by the EP Finance team.
• Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments.
• Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU'LL BRING

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Five to eight years of related experience.
• Previous experience working with MS Office Suite: Excel and PowerPoint; must have strong proficiency with relevant financial systems applications. Power BI experience a bonus.
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment.
• Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects.
  Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Abbott, you can have a good job that can grow into a great career. We offer:
• A fast-paced work environment where your safety is our priority
• Production areas that are clean, well-lit and temperature-controlled
• Training and career development, with onboarding programs for new employees and tuition assistance
• Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives and retirement plans
• Health care and well-being programs including medical, dental, vision, wellness and occupational health programs
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match
• The stability of a company with a record of strong financial performance and history of being actively involved in local communities

Learn more about our benefits that add real value to your life to help you live fully: www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

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JOB FAMILY:
Financial Planning and Analysis

DIVISION:
EP Electrophysiology

LOCATION:
United States > Minnesota > Plymouth : 5050 Nathan Lane N

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

WORK SHIFT:
Standard

TRAVEL:
Yes, 5 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
No

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

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