Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 103,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION Job Description The Finance Manager is a critical position on the Corporate FP&A team. This individual will lead and coordinate the P&L consolidation for Total Abbott, including the RLBE and Annual Plan/Target process. This role is also responsible for forecasting and analysis of Foreign Currency Exchange, including preparation of monthly Executive staff presentation materials. In addition, lead the effort to improve executive communication in the department. He or she will partner with Division HQs as well as manage and develop 3 Finance professionals. This position will play a key role in ensuring linkages across planning cycles and is expected to continuously implement process improvements. Major Responsibilities LBE/Plan Consolidation Develop requirements and manage timing of the RLBE process Perform consolidation, including preparation and review of the P&L, Currency Exchange, Specifieds and Shares Prepare executive RLBE review package, including supporting analytics and provide insight to forecast changes Consolidate Comparable Sales, identifying anomalies and trend breaks for review by Sr. Management Earnings release Prepare Quarterly Earnings Release P&L and Analysis as the foundation for next quarter Guidance Support Investor Relations in preparation of the Earnings Release, including answering questions regarding Margin fall-thru and Exchange by Division Support tax in quarter-end rate support and analysis Exchange Review and validate accuracy of Division Exchange forecast. Review ad-hoc exchange analytics (flexes) as needed to monitor impact Create sustainability in the Divisions and at Corporate by leading standardization and ongoing process improvements Month-End Prepare Executive Staff Meeting presentation materials, including analytics to support significant variances Prepare Disclosure/10K/Q support for Corporate Controller General Provide meaningful financial analysis, including identification of key insights to Senior Management Ensure proper integration of deals/divestitures Prioritize task/projects and assign responsibilities to a staff of analysts to ensure timely submission of deliverables Provide coaching and career development opportunities to direct reports Ensure that financial information is communicated on time, the information is accurate, complete and policies and standards are met Knowledge, skills and experience Requirements This position requires 10 years of progressive finance/accounting experience with a minimum of two years supervisory experience. Experience in a planning role with broad reach is ideal. Candidate must possess strong PC/system skills; specifically, Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to learn new systems quickly. HFM/Essbase experience will be helpful Requires strong analytical skills and effective communication with all levels of management. Must be organized, able to multi-task and work under pressure of tight deadlines Education Requirements Bachelors Degree BA/BS in Accounting or Finance required. Certification Requirements CPA and/or MBA preferred. Significant Work Activities & Conditions Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8-hour day). Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50 PERCENT of the workday). Percent of Travel 0-10 PERCENT