About Abbott
Abbott 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 Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your 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.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with a 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 worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Senior Global Finance Auditor who can work independently, be able to assess risk and effectively communicate audit results to the highest level of Corporate and Division management on a given audit. This position may work out of our Willis Tower location or our Corporate Headquarters in Abbott Park, IL.
You will be joining a multinational organization with a strong emphasis on talent development where you will spend 18-24 months operating within this cross-functional role and learning Abbott’s diverse and evolving businesses. Afterwards you will have the opportunity to transition into various positions in the organization such as FP&A, financial reporting, or a finance specialty function.
The individual will scope and plan for assigned audit engagements, including preparation of audit risk assessments, and planning to drive appropriate audit coverage. The Sr. Global Finance Auditor will execute audit fieldwork using a risk-based approach to identify control gaps and other areas of exposure related to controls within Finance processes and deliver achievable, meaningful recommendations for management to mitigate. The individual should have the demonstrated ability to work well with others and be reliable. Sr. Global Finance Auditor is encouraged to leverage experience obtained and relationships developed over the course of the rotation to identify future career interests and opportunities in Abbott Finance.
What You’ll Work On
Perform financial audits of Abbott Laboratories’ domestic and international Affiliates.
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 all stages of an audit: planning, fieldwork, and wrap-up.
Document all audit work performed in a clear, purposeful, and timely manner.
Provide input on risks and controls while maintaining independence.
Promote an effective team-oriented atmosphere and take initiative to assist in the on-boarding and development of new auditors.
Achieve individual and department goals.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent experience
3-6 busy seasons in internal/external audit practice of a public accounting firm, Big 4 highly preferred
Ability to work with and analyze large amounts of data to assess audit scope and/or areas of risk
Strong understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and Sarbanes-Oxley; experience in performing financial statement audits for SEC clients and/or SOX processes and controls
Project management experience including the ability to organize, prioritize and complete assignments with little or no supervision
Strong interpersonal and communication skills required to advise on risk and control considerations
Manufacturing and/or international business experience is preferred
Ability to use discretion, sound judgment, and handle confidential information
CPA or other certification (CFE, CIA, CMA), highly preferred
40-60% travel to Abbott's International and Domestic locations required
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
The base pay for this position is
$78,000.00 – $156,000.00In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
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At Abbott, we are enthusiastic, energetic and committed to doing great work every day. Our employees are passionate about helping to translate science into lasting contributions to health care and the health of people worldwide. At the heart of our organization is our "Promise for Life"—a statement that embodies our company's commitment to employees, shareholders, local communities and the people who depend on our company and products to live healthier lives.
Vital to our promise is the speed in which we act, respond and deliver. As Abbott employees, we are ready to meet change and challenges head-on. As a result, we are a company that adapts quickly, and through our passion for innovation we are able to continually create a pipeline of products that help improve the length and quality of life around the world.
We are proud of our rich, more than 120-year history. We continue to be driven to advance leading-edge science and technologies, support diversity, focus on exceptional performance and earn the trust of those we serve.