Sr Regional Financial Analyst-MEAP

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 family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to: Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of. 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 Opportunity - Sr Regional Financial Analyst MEAP This position works out of UAE office in the Abbott Nutrition Division. About Nutrition Division Our nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow, to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, Glucerna® and ZonePerfect® – to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life. What You'll Do- Consolidate and submit forecasts and RLBE3 summaries with supporting documentation. Track and analyze actuals vs. goals, budgets, and benchmarks. Prepare periodic internal financial reports with clear, actionable insights. Ensure timely, accurate, and comprehensive financial submissions with concise commentary. Conduct detailed analysis of Sales, SG&A, and GTN; work with affiliates to identify and implement opportunities. Enforce financial controls in line with Abbott’s compliance and policy standards. Monitor internal controls, conduct audit sampling, and flag key risk areas. Deliver business analytics to support growth initiatives and strategic planning. Identify cost-saving opportunities and streamline financial processes. Prepare management reports highlighting risks, opportunities, and contingency plans. Review accruals and coordinate with CFS/ALOG for accurate month-end close. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree with at least 5-6 years of relevant FP&A experience in pharma/healthcare segment Analytical skills to digest and quickly grasp substantial amounts of data, and to recognize key issues / opportunities and act accordingly. Demonstrated responsibility for adhering to all local laws and with full compliance of Pharma policies/procedures Cost conscious mentality with an ability to drive change cross culturally and implement with speed. Broad knowledge and ability to handle broad distributorship networks, challenges and varying sourcing models. Ability to manage financial ERP systems across but not limited to full functional finance scope of operation. 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 on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews and @AbbottGlobal. For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.