Senior Financial Analyst - TPM
Abbott
Summary
Join Abbott Diabetes Care as a Sr. Financial Analyst supporting Global Third-Party Manufacturing (TPM) Operations. This is an onsite opportunity based in Alameda, California, where you will partner with finance, operations, engineering, and manufacturing teams to deliver financial insights that support business performance and strategic decision-making. In this highly visible role, you will drive forecasting accuracy, support cost optimization initiatives, and help advance Abbott's mission of improving the lives of people living with diabetes.
Job description
The Opportunity
Join Abbott Diabetes Care as a Sr. Financial Analyst supporting Global Third-Party Manufacturing (TPM) Operations. This is an onsite opportunity based in Alameda, California, where you will partner with finance, operations, engineering, and manufacturing teams to deliver financial insights that support business performance and strategic decision-making. In this highly visible role, you will drive forecasting accuracy, support cost optimization initiatives, and help advance Abbott's mission of improving the lives of people living with diabetes.
What You'll Work On
- Consolidate and analyze Global TPM financial results, including P&L, balance sheet, and capital reporting.
- Prepare month-end close deliverables, variance analyses, financial commentary, and forecast submissions.
- Support quarterly business reviews, annual planning processes, and long-range strategic financial plans.
- Partner with manufacturing sites to support standard cost setting activities and cost variance analysis.
- Analyze and forecast Gross Margin Initiatives (GMI) and ensure accurate incorporation into financial projections.
- Collaborate with TPM Operations and Engineering teams to develop capital and project expense forecasts.
- Conduct monthly reviews of capital and project spending, highlighting risks, opportunities, and performance trends to business leaders.
- Coordinate and support fixed asset processes in partnership with operations and center of excellence teams.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies.
- Deliver actionable financial insights and perform ad hoc analyses to support business decision-making.
- Lead the analysis, forecasting, and reporting of overhead, capital, and project expenses, serving as the primary finance partner.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), accounting, corporate finance, or a related discipline.
- Experience preparing financial forecasts, budgets, variance analyses, and management reporting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of financial analysis, reporting processes, and internal controls.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 to 5 years of FP&A or accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with product costing, standard costing, or manufacturing finance.
- SAP or other ERP system experience.
- Experience supporting capital planning, project expense tracking, and fixed asset management.
- Demonstrated ability to influence business partners and effectively present financial insights to leadership.
- Experience identifying and implementing process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Strong data analytics capabilities and proficiency translating data into actionable recommendations.
- Experience supporting global operations or working within a complex, matrixed organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), accounting, corporate finance, or a related discipline
- Experience preparing financial forecasts, budgets, variance analyses, and management reporting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of financial analysis, reporting processes, and internal controls
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Debt Assistance
- Education Benefit
- Career Development
Company overview
Abbott Laboratories is a global healthcare leader with a 135-year legacy of innovation, dedicated to helping people live healthier, fuller lives through life-changing technologies and products. Headquartered in Abbott Park, Illinois, the company operates in more than 160 countries with a workforce of approximately 114,000 professionals. Abbott's diversified portfolio spans four core business segments: medical devices, diagnostics, nutrition products, and branded generic pharmaceuticals. The company is particularly renowned for its groundbreaking medical devices including cardiovascular technologies, diabetes management systems like the FreeStyle Libre continuous glucose monitor, neuromodulation devices for chronic pain, and the AVEIR DR dual chamber leadless pacemaker system. In diagnostics, Abbott has been instrumental in developing critical tests, including the first licensed HIV test in 1985 that helped secure blood supply safety. The company's nutrition division produces leading infant formulas like Similac, while its pharmaceutical business provides quality branded generic medicines. Abbott consistently ranks among Fortune's Most Admired Companies and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility, making it a trusted partner in advancing global healthcare.