Financial Analyst

Abbott • Chicago, IL

4d • $61,300 - $122,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Analyst provides FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) support to the Global Procurement Services organization. Oversees financial processes and activities and provides analytics to support strategic business decisions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 2-4 years experience in financial planning, analysis and accounting.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, variance analysis skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills; ability to synthesize complex, technical issues and summarize with clarity.
• Ability to manage many competing priorities and execute in a pressurized environment.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with financial modeling, systems, and other tools including Excel, Hyperion Essbase and SAP.

Responsibilities

• Support month end close and LBE processes.
• Complete variance analysis and commentary for LBE and month end submissions.
• Develop forecasts and prepare supporting analytics for key budget items such as payroll and other key projects.
• Complete consolidations and reporting of monthly actuals and LBE.
• Identify risks and opportunities and work with leadership team to bring insights forward.
• Provide ad hoc analysis to support key projects or other related activities as required.
• Assist with analysis and preparation of materials for the annual Plan for presentation to Vice President, Global Procurement, Corporate Controller and CFO.
• Drive continuous improvements and simplifications in financial and business processes.
• Work both independently and in groups in a variety of situations requiring analytical and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

• 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
• FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level