Abbott
Senior Auditor, Global Finance Audit
Abbott, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
The OpportunityThis position may be located in Chicago, Willis Tower or Abbott Park, IL.The Senior Global Finance Auditor is responsible for conducting financial and operational audits throughout Abbott’s international and domestic organizations and formulate recommendations for improvement in operating performance and control. The individual will effectively scope and plan for assigned audit engagements including preparation of audit risk assessments and planning to drive appropriate audit coverage. The Senior Global Finance Auditor will execute audit fieldwork using a risk-based approach to help ensure effective testing coverage. They will identify control gaps and other areas of risk exposure related to controls within Finance processes and deliver achievable, meaningful recommendations for management to mitigate the identified risks.The individual should have the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, present professionally, and work well with the highest level of Corporate and Division management as well as his/her peer group.WHAT YOU’LL DOPerform financial audits of Abbott Laboratories’ domestic and international businesses over the course of an 18-24 month rotation in Corporate Audit.Utilize skills and knowledge acquired from 3-6 years of public accounting experience to assess the accuracy of financial statements, adequacy of internal controls, and identify business process improvements.Successfully complete audits from planning to fieldwork to report issuance to wrap up.Document all audit work performed in a clear, purposeful, and timely manner.Establish positive working relationships with management and provide input on risks and controls while maintaining independence and objectivity.Promote an effective team-oriented atmosphere and take initiative to assist in the orientation and development of new auditors.Achieve individual and department goals as assigned.Leverage experience obtained and relationships developed over the course of the rotation to identify future career interests and opportunities in Abbott finance.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRINGRequired:BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, or equivalent practical experience3-6 busy seasons in internal/external audit practice of a public accounting firm, Big 4, highly preferredStrong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley; experience in performing financial statement audits for SEC clients and/or SOX processes and controlsProject management experience including the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and complete assignments with little or no supervisionStrong interpersonal and communication skills requiredAbility to express a point of view and advise on risk and control considerationsManufacturing and/or international business experience desirableAbility to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential informationCPA or other certification (CFE, CIA, CMA), highly preferred40-60% travel to Abbott's International and Domestic locations requiredLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives.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.The base pay for this position is
$72,700.00 – $145,300.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
AuditDIVISION:
FIN Corporate FinanceLOCATION:
United States > Chicago : Willis Tower Building 233 S Wacker Dr.ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 50 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
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The OpportunityThis position may be located in Chicago, Willis Tower or Abbott Park, IL.The Senior Global Finance Auditor is responsible for conducting financial and operational audits throughout Abbott’s international and domestic organizations and formulate recommendations for improvement in operating performance and control. The individual will effectively scope and plan for assigned audit engagements including preparation of audit risk assessments and planning to drive appropriate audit coverage. The Senior Global Finance Auditor will execute audit fieldwork using a risk-based approach to help ensure effective testing coverage. They will identify control gaps and other areas of risk exposure related to controls within Finance processes and deliver achievable, meaningful recommendations for management to mitigate the identified risks.The individual should have the demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, present professionally, and work well with the highest level of Corporate and Division management as well as his/her peer group.WHAT YOU’LL DOPerform financial audits of Abbott Laboratories’ domestic and international businesses over the course of an 18-24 month rotation in Corporate Audit.Utilize skills and knowledge acquired from 3-6 years of public accounting experience to assess the accuracy of financial statements, adequacy of internal controls, and identify business process improvements.Successfully complete audits from planning to fieldwork to report issuance to wrap up.Document all audit work performed in a clear, purposeful, and timely manner.Establish positive working relationships with management and provide input on risks and controls while maintaining independence and objectivity.Promote an effective team-oriented atmosphere and take initiative to assist in the orientation and development of new auditors.Achieve individual and department goals as assigned.Leverage experience obtained and relationships developed over the course of the rotation to identify future career interests and opportunities in Abbott finance.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL BRINGRequired:BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance or related field, or equivalent practical experience3-6 busy seasons in internal/external audit practice of a public accounting firm, Big 4, highly preferredStrong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley; experience in performing financial statement audits for SEC clients and/or SOX processes and controlsProject management experience including the ability to organize, plan, prioritize and complete assignments with little or no supervisionStrong interpersonal and communication skills requiredAbility to express a point of view and advise on risk and control considerationsManufacturing and/or international business experience desirableAbility to use discretion and handle sensitive/confidential informationCPA or other certification (CFE, CIA, CMA), highly preferred40-60% travel to Abbott's International and Domestic locations requiredLearn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives.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.The base pay for this position is
$72,700.00 – $145,300.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
AuditDIVISION:
FIN Corporate FinanceLOCATION:
United States > Chicago : Willis Tower Building 233 S Wacker Dr.ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
Yes, 50 % of the TimeMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)
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