Finance Manager Emea (M/W/D)

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 Hanover, 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

About Lingo

Meet Lingo, a new biosensing technology that provides users a window into their body. Lingo tracks key biomarkers – such as glucose, ketones, and lactate – to help people make better decisions about their health and nutrition. Biowearable technology will digitize, decentralize and democratize healthcare, enabling consumers to take control of their own health.

The Opportunity

Personalized healthcare is the future. Working on Lingo, you will help build a next-generation technology that enables individuals to make decisions about how to improve energy, lose weight or enhance athletic performance. The Lingo team embodies a start-up culture and mindset with the backing of Abbott, a company with a rich history of healthcare innovation. Join us and grow your career as you help Abbott shape the future of healthcare.

Finance Manager EMEA (m/w/d) based in Wiesbaden

In this role, you will support the EMEA Commercial Business Unit, while reporting to the Lingo Business Unit Controller. This role is responsible for the creation and maintenance of annual budgets and periodic forecast updates. Provide financial analysis and support to operating managers on strategic planning, budgeting and operations planning, performance monitoring and variance analysis. Assist in financial evaluation of future business opportunities. Perform ROI and payback analysis on new products and major capital expenditures. Manage internal investor relations function.

Responsibilities:
Demonstrate an understanding of the application of the Quality Policy through daily activities.
Prepares Plans, Updates, LBEs, LRPs and Monthly Reporting that meet timing and quality of presentation requirements, facilitating management review and decision making while ensuring integrity of the data and compliance with Abbotts accounting and operating policies.
Develop and maintain a finance organization capable of meeting Division and Corporate requirements.
Provide financial counsel and oversight for acquisitions, alliances and other strategic programs, including ad hoc analysis and decision support to all functions as needed.
Develop system solutions and process improvements that meet Planning and Reporting requirements.
Provide financial analysis and support to operating managers on strategic planning, budgeting and operations planning, performance monitoring and variance analysis, inaccurate or incomplete information could result in financial exposure to the Company.

Qualification:
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
Min. of 5 years' Financial analysis experience. International commercial experience a plus
Ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems
Knowledge of the principles, processes and standards for integrated financial analysis and reporting
Highly proficient in Excel.
Experience with EssBase, Dodeca, SAP and Hyperion budgeting software a plus
Strong verbal and written communications with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization

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.

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