Senior Financial Analyst (m/f/d) - Region Central

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. In Germany, Abbott has more than 3,000 employees working in manufacturing, research and development, logistics, manufacturing, sales and marketing. They are located at Abbott`s German headquarters in Wiesbaden and its sites in Neustadt am Rübenberge, Wetzlar, Eschborn, Cologne, Jena and Hamburg. Working at Abbott At Abbott, you can do work that matters and help people to live a healthier and full life, grow your career, and learn, be your true self. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of . An attractive benefits package (e.g., attractive Abbott Pension Plan, a company bike, employee stock purchase program) 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. A challenging position in a fast-growing crisis independent industry To become part of a dynamic, highly educated, highly skilled, and motivated team Flat hierarchies, open appreciative mentality, and efficient, constructive lines of communication Multi-national environment, where we foster the development of our talents within the enterprise Abbott Medical GmbH in Eschborn is looking for a Senior Financial Analyst (m/f/d) - Region Central This position provides day to day and strategic financial support to the Region Central Commercial team via financial analysis as well as business decision support. Furthermore, this position will report to the Financial Planning and Analysis Manager Electrophysiology Central and have significant interaction with the Electrophysiology (EP) Central Management team, the country commercial teams, CFS, the HUB, the EMEA Area HQ and all other EP functions that support the business on a continuous basis (Marketing, CS, IT, Commercial, etc.). Your Responsibilities: Support country teams as business partner, including technical issues with applicable IT systems / templates as well as regarding training on new systems or processes, while promoting a financially driven mindset across the organization Contribute to the Electrophysiology Central LBE and outlook processes by independently taking ownership for assigned sub-areas. This includes discussion with the respective managers, challenging them on their assumptions, consolidating on a country and Central level, commenting on the final numbers, and driving excellence in both processes and used tools. Manage non-routine postings in the month end process including rebate/commission/marketing accruals as well as x-charges to other BUs. Furthermore, identify process deviation and follow-up on timely correction. This leads to compliance to GAAP as well as Abbott guidelines & policies and enables us to pass both internal and external audits. Drive the Electrophysiology Central cost center forecasting process including bottom-up files, meeting with each budget owner on a regular basis to review actuals against relevant benchmarks and create related SG&A expense forecasts for the relevant forecast period. Prepare sales, (O)COGS, margin, product and OPEX analysis both as part of a KPI based standardized reporting as well as ad-hoc to assist Electrophysiology Central Management, including country managers and regional sales managers, in their decision making Work to improve current operations through process improvements and value-added analytics both daily as well as by contributing to & leading (cross-BU) project teams. Lead various cross-Division projects / team projects and perform ad-hoc analyses at management request / as needed Your Profile: University degree, preferably in a Business or Finance/Accounting related discipline; MBA/CPA/CFA preferred A minimum of 3 years of finance/accounting experience, preferably in international environment Attention to detail (in data consolidation, reporting, analytics, analyzing trends) ​Must have excellent system skills, aptitude and experience, especially with Excel, knowledge of SAP, PowerPoint, previous experience with financial forecasting & reporting systems a plus Prior experience in a fast-paced environment / global organization experience Very strong analytical skills Fluent in English and German 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. We ask for your understanding that we only consider online applications via our online application portal. Applications by email or post cannot be processed. Original documents will not be returned. Connect with us at www.abbott.com , on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/abbott-/ , on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on X @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. 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: EP Electrophysiology LOCATION: Germany > Hesse : Helfmann - Park 7 ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Not specified MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Not Applicable