Finance Analyst - Gulf & Pakistan

About Abbott

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• You Will Have Access To
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Finance Analyst-Gulf & Pakistan

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What You'll Do

• Responsible geographical area includes Gulf and Pakistan.

• Support Forecasting/Business Reviews (Monthly, Quarterly LBE)

• + Working closely with the country GM on sales and expenses forecast.
• + Correlating sales pipeline to forecast
• + Provide in-market/to-market, inventory analysis for distributor markets
• + Headcount/Expense forecasting by country by function
• + Facilitate variance analysis versus financial commitments.
• + Prepare and communicate timely forecasting package to Regional HQ
• + Forecast load into Financial system
• Coordinate monthly closing of financial books
• Responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the P&L including Sales, Expenses, Headcount and Investment data for LBE's
• Develop business cases for new product launches, tenders and other country projects.
• Work with country teams in identifying new business opportunities.
• Assist Region HQ Function Managers and Country Management with ad hoc reports and analyses, as requested.
• Continually work to improve current operations through process improvements and value-added analytics.
• Ensure compliance with corporate / local policies and procedures.

Minimum Education/ Experience Required

• BS or BA in Accounting, Finance, or Economics; MBA or professional qualification preferred.
• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in financial planning and analysis in a pharmaceutical/healthcare industry.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel and other MS office programs.
• Experience with Cognos based systems is an added asset.

Other Requirements

• Optimistic and enthusiastic team player.
• Strong business acumen, analytical and data gathering skills
• Ability to work under tight delivery timelines
• Ability to take initiatives proactively
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that provides the growth and strength to build your future.
• Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
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