Senior Manager Financial Planning and Analysis

Abbott • Lake Forest, IL

1d • $129,300 - $258,700

About The Position

Abbott is hiring a Senior Manager, Division Headquarters FP&A, in its Core Diagnostics division. This highly visible leadership role shapes executive financial communications, supports strategic decision-making, oversees key planning and reporting processes, manages headquarters financial activities, and leads a team of finance professionals. The position partners closely with divisional executives and other stakeholders to deliver accurate, insightful financial analysis.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 8 or more years of progressive finance, accounting, FP&A, or corporate finance experience.
• Experience managing financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable recommendations.
• Experience developing financial models and evaluating multiple business scenarios.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience leading teams and developing finance talent.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or MBA.
• Experience creating and delivering presentations for executive leadership and C-suite audiences.
• Experience supporting divisional, corporate, or global finance organizations.
• Knowledge of ASC 842 lease accounting requirements and lessor accounting processes.
• Experience with financial systems and reporting tools such as SAP, Hyperion, TM1, and Power BI.
• Background in strategic planning, investment analysis, and business performance management.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution and attention to detail.
• Experience working with large datasets, complex reporting structures, and multinational organizations.
• Prior experience partnering with IT organizations and managing technology-related budgets and investments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of executive-level financial presentations and reporting for divisional leadership, Corporate leadership, quarterly business reviews, and Board of Directors meetings.
• Translate complex financial data into clear business insights and recommendations that support strategic decision-making.
• Manage Division Headquarters operating budgets, including headcount, payroll, IT expenses, and division-wide capital planning.
• Provide financial leadership and governance for division-wide IT investments, spending, and business cases.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant financial reporting in accordance with GAAP and Abbott financial policies.
• Support Latest Best Estimate (LBE) planning, consolidation activities, and analysis of R&D and SG&A spending.
• Respond to executive-level and ad hoc financial requests with urgency, accuracy, and business-focused solutions.
• Oversee the Lessor Accounting function, ensuring compliance with ASC 842 and managing global headquarters accounting and planning responsibilities.
• Communicate accounting policy updates, financial forecasts, and actual results to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Partner across finance, business units, and corporate functions to identify best practices and drive continuous process improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Support Corporate Tax and other cross-functional initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• Career development with an international company.
• Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, an affordable and convenient path to earning a bachelor's degree.

What This Job Offers

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