Abbott Laboratories
Senior Accountant
Abbott Laboratories, Santa Clara, California, us, 95053
Time Type: Full timePosted on: Posted 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: 31096194Abbott 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:
About AbbottAbbott 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.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.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.The OpportunityWe have an immediate opening for a Senior Accountant in our Santa Clara, CA location.As a member of Abbott’s Corporate Finance Services organization, you will be responsible for financial accounting and reporting in Abbott’s Medical Devices division. Position requires an in-depth understanding of accounting and operational aspects of finance and accounting systems.What You'll Work On:Responsible for a variety of complex month-end closing activities, journal entry preparation, account analysis, intercompany transactions, payroll analysis, account reconciliations, and month-end consolidations.Ensure compliance with SOX, internal controls, Abbott Corporate and division/department specific policies and procedures.Collaborate with FP&A, other accounting colleagues, as well as Third Party Service providers to execute the financial close, provide guidance, and work together to improve processes.Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead efforts to implement process changes.Operate independently, be flexible in an environment with evolving and changing business processes.Participate in projects and initiatives related to existing or new processes/implementations as needed.Complete external and internal audit requests, Sox requests, tax requests as well as ad-hoc requests from other parts of the organization.Support all Company initiatives as identified by management.Required Qualifications:BA / BS Accounting, Finance, business or related field.4+ years of experience in accounting with positions of increasing responsibility.Preferred Qualifications:CPA or advanced education degree is preferred.Prior experience in a large company Shared Services environment or cross-division business unit model.Advance level of proficiency with Excel (e.g., Pivot tables, VLOOKUP).Experience with working large ERP systems, SAP and HFM.Ability to quickly learn and navigate new software systems.Accuracy and attention to detail.Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to multi-task.Self-starter and can work independently.Highly structured and organized with strict adherence to deadlines.* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.comFollow 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
$83,600.00 – $167,200.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Accounting & ReportingDIVISION:
IFO International FinanceLOCATION:
United States > Santa Clara : Building B - SCWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English:
http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol:
http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdfAbout Us
Abbott
is about the power of health. For more than 135 years,
Abbott
has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.The people of
Abbott
come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm, and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.We invite you to explore opportunities at
Abbott , to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer,
Abbott
welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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About AbbottAbbott 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.Working at AbbottAt Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.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.The OpportunityWe have an immediate opening for a Senior Accountant in our Santa Clara, CA location.As a member of Abbott’s Corporate Finance Services organization, you will be responsible for financial accounting and reporting in Abbott’s Medical Devices division. Position requires an in-depth understanding of accounting and operational aspects of finance and accounting systems.What You'll Work On:Responsible for a variety of complex month-end closing activities, journal entry preparation, account analysis, intercompany transactions, payroll analysis, account reconciliations, and month-end consolidations.Ensure compliance with SOX, internal controls, Abbott Corporate and division/department specific policies and procedures.Collaborate with FP&A, other accounting colleagues, as well as Third Party Service providers to execute the financial close, provide guidance, and work together to improve processes.Identify opportunities for process improvements and lead efforts to implement process changes.Operate independently, be flexible in an environment with evolving and changing business processes.Participate in projects and initiatives related to existing or new processes/implementations as needed.Complete external and internal audit requests, Sox requests, tax requests as well as ad-hoc requests from other parts of the organization.Support all Company initiatives as identified by management.Required Qualifications:BA / BS Accounting, Finance, business or related field.4+ years of experience in accounting with positions of increasing responsibility.Preferred Qualifications:CPA or advanced education degree is preferred.Prior experience in a large company Shared Services environment or cross-division business unit model.Advance level of proficiency with Excel (e.g., Pivot tables, VLOOKUP).Experience with working large ERP systems, SAP and HFM.Ability to quickly learn and navigate new software systems.Accuracy and attention to detail.Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to multi-task.Self-starter and can work independently.Highly structured and organized with strict adherence to deadlines.* Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.comFollow 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
$83,600.00 – $167,200.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.JOB FAMILY:
Accounting & ReportingDIVISION:
IFO International FinanceLOCATION:
United States > Santa Clara : Building B - SCWORK SHIFT:
StandardTRAVEL:
NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:
NoSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:
Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday)Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English:
http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_English.pdfEEO is the Law link - Espanol:
http://webstorage.abbott.com/common/External/EEO_Spanish.pdfAbout Us
Abbott
is about the power of health. For more than 135 years,
Abbott
has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health.The people of
Abbott
come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm, and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges.We invite you to explore opportunities at
Abbott , to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer,
Abbott
welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.
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