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A Day in the LifeAs one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.
As one of three comprehensive portfolios at Medtronic, Neuroscience is dedicated to improving the lives of people living with neurological disorders, spine conditions, and chronic pain. Guided by our Mission - to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life - we develop technologies and therapies that help people regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities that matter most.
Join a fast-paced, highly visible, and intellectually curious finance team supporting a $10B+ portfolio of diverse medical technology businesses, including Cranial & Spinal Therapies, ENT, Neuromodulation, Neurovascular, and Pelvic Health. This team leads financial planning & analysis and strategic finance efforts, shaping strategy, enhancing processes, and driving smarter investment decisions across the portfolio.
As the Neuroscience FP&A Finance Director, you will lead the FP&A function for the portfolio, partnering closely with senior finance leaders, Operating Unit CFOs, and corporate teams to guide resource allocation and provide clear visibility into risks and opportunities. This is a highly strategic role requiring the ability to translate complex financial and operational inputs into clear, actionable insights that inform decision-making and long-term direction. You will shape the financial narrative for the business—aligning strategy, performance, and investment priorities - while influencing senior stakeholders and driving accountability across the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial planning processes for the Neuroscience Portfolio, including annual operating plans, forecasts, and long-range strategic planning
Drive target setting and resource allocation by evaluating opportunities, balancing risks, and maximizing return on investment
Partner with Operating Units to set expectations, analyze performance, and communicate results through executive-level materials and insights
Analyze financial performance vs. plan, identify key variances, and provide root cause analysis with clear recommendations
Develop and track key performance metrics (financial and operational) to support business reviews and ongoing forecasting
Synthesize complex data into actionable insights, identifying risks and opportunities to inform decision-making
Lead development of executive presentations and reporting tools to enhance business insights and efficiency
Support and lead ad hoc strategic initiatives requiring strong financial and business judgment
Manage and develop a team of three, fostering high performance and talent growth
Location: Minneapolis, MN (Onsite)
Onsite
At Medtronic, we bring bold ideas forward with speed and decisiveness to put patients first in everything we do. We’re working onsite 4 days a week to drive performance, foster an environment of belonging, and collaborate to inspire as we engineer the extraordinary. This role will require <10% of travel to enhance collaboration and ensure successful completion of projects.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field with 10 years of experience in Finance/Accounting with 7+ years of managerial experience, OR
Advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field with 8 years of experience in Finance/Accounting with 7+ years of managerial experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in FP&A, M&A, portfolio management, or operations finance
MBA, CFA, or related advanced credentials
Advanced financial modeling skills and strong proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with Hyperion and executive-level financial reporting
Strong communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, compelling narratives
Proven ability to work in fast-paced, matrixed environments and manage competing priorities
Collaborative leadership style with a track record of influencing stakeholders and driving results
High degree of initiative, adaptability, and comfort with ambiguity
Consulting experience and strong business acumen are a plus
For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.
Physical Job Requirements
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.
The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.
U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship
At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.
Join us in our mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life—where your unique background and perspective are valued.
Benefits & CompensationMedtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.
This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).This position is eligible for an annual long-term incentive plan.The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance, Health Savings Account, Healthcare Flexible Spending Account, Life insurance, Long-term disability leave, Dependent daycare spending account, Tuition assistance/reimbursement, and Simple Steps (global well-being program).
The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees: Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match, Short-term disability, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), and Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).
Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.
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About MedtronicWe lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.
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Medtronic is a global healthcare solutions company operating in approximately 160 countries. We are committed to improving lives through our medical technologies, services, and solutions. Since our beginning, 60 years ago, our Mission has remained the same: to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life for people around the world. The Mission is our ethical framework and inspirational goal guiding our day-to-day work. It reminds us that our efforts are transforming millions of lives each year. To meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals around the globe, we operate from more than 370 locations in approximately 160 countries.
