(Senior) Financial Analyst (mwd) in Wetzlar

Stellenbeschreibung:

About Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader creating breakthrough science to improve people’s health. We are always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.

Working at Abbott

Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
An attractive benefits package (e.g., Abbott Pension Plan, company bike, employee stock purchase program).
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries and named one of the most admired companies by Fortune.
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.

The Opportunity

This position is based in our Wetzlar site, the Abbott Vascular / Abbott Medical GmbH. We focus on helping people with diabetes manage their health with life‑changing products that provide accurate data to drive better‑informed decisions. We are revolutionizing the way people monitor their glucose levels with our new sensing technology.

In this role you will take ownership of key FP&A processes for DACH, providing advanced financial analysis and partnering with stakeholders to drive business decisions. You will also act as a subject‑matter expert for reporting tools and process improvements.

Your Tasks

Prepare and analyze financial reports on Profit & Loss and key performance indicators (KPIs) for all DACH countries.
Serve as a strategic finance partner to key stakeholders, including Division Managers Sales and Marketing, by supporting business cases, analyzing monthly trends, leading LBE planning sessions, and setting sales targets.
Act as a subject‑matter expert for reporting tools and processes, leveraging Essbase, Excel, and Power BI while driving greater adoption of Power BI and introducing AI solutions (e.g., Microsoft Copilot) to enhance reporting efficiency and automation.
Support the FP&A Manager and EMEA HQ team in consolidating and reviewing deliverables for LBE (Last Best Estimate) and MEC (Month‑End Close) cycles.
Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen financial operations and optimize business performance across the DACH region.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; ACCA, CPA, or CIMA membership is a strong asset.
6–10 years of progressive experience in finance, accounting, or audit in international companies or Big 5, ideally within an international or divisional structure.
Strong understanding of divisional financial processes and their impact on overall business performance.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders across all levels of management.
Advanced system proficiency, particularly in Excel and multi‑dimensional reporting/BI tools; experience with SAP HFM and Power BI is a plus.
Fluency in German is required. Fluency in a second language and cross‑cultural/international experience are highly desirable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to employee diversity.

Application Information

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.

Job Details

Job Family: Financial Planning and Analysis
Division: AVD Vascular
Location: Germany > Wetzlar : Schanzenfeldstr. 2
Additional Locations: None
Work Shift: Standard
Travel: Not specified
Medical Surveillance: Not Applicable
Significant Work Activities: Not Applicable
Pay Range: In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Base Pay: N/A
Experience Level: Senior Financial Analyst
Vacancy: 1

Required Skills

Cognos, Forecasting, Hyperion, Financial Concepts, Pivot tables, Accounting, Analysis Skills, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Planning