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Primary Function/Goals/Objectives

The primarily role of this position is to support business in the areas of

SG&A forecasting and actuals reporting; Capital Expenditure and Account Payable; Business partnering support for Japan commercial team to manage SG&A and Capex; and Report consolidation

The role is responsible for setting up processes for consolidation, analyses and submission of the required information from Japan affiliate to Area, Global and Division HQ spanning across the actuals, quarterly rLBEs and CDR cycles.

The role helps the Japan Head of Finance to put together analysis of forecast files. The role is responsible for supporting best optimal usage of SG&A and Capex to drive long term profitable growth.

Major Responsibilities

SG&A/ Capex forecast modeling

• Analyze key cost drivers to build forecast modeling and create SG&A forecast draft for the review by Head of Commercial Finance and Japan ADC Leadership Team.

• Complete SG&A forecast to timely consolidate and submit quarterly LBEs and Actuals required by Area and Division.

• Track and analyze by-cost center/ by-GL SG&A to achieve ADC Japan’s financial goals.

• Prepare summary reports, variance analyses and commentary of the same

• Follow through the entire planning process (reviews, cost change, reclasses/restatements for P&L)

P&L Reporting and Actual Reporting

• Support Head of Commercial Finance with planning the ABJ affiliate internal review and preparation timelines, guidelines and templates according to Area and Division together with Revenue to Margin FP&A Manager

• Assist in capturing of actual SG&A accounting requirements – accruals, Capex vs Opex

• Provide ad hoc reports/analysis as required

Balance Sheet and Cash Flow

• Lead discussions with affiliates on account payable and review on actions on a quarterly basis

• Prepare summary reports, variances analyses and commentary of the same.

• Consolidation and timely submission of requirements stipulated by GCO and DHQ

• Develop templates and procedures where required.

• Support the business in the achievement of Cash Flow targets, through SG&A and Capex management, analyses and tracking of performance using Dashboard

Secondary Roles

• Provide support in the development and implementation of new financial planning tools and systems

• Support the preparation, review and approval of sales variable costs and sales promotion costs and monitor performance vs targets

Recommended Educational Qualifications and Job Experience

• At least 4 years working experience in Financial planning and/or accounting

• Solid foundation of International Accounting Standards/FASB

• Cross border/ international experience is beneficial

• Excellent communication in Japanese and English

• Degree in Finance or equivalent education

Distinguishing Requirements

• Able to organize processes and plan calendars to meet deadlines

• High learning agility and adaptability

• Innovative

• Integrity

• Result-driven and focused on improvement

• Effective communication (in English) and influencing skills

• Prepare to work overtime when required on short notice.

• Team player and proven ability to build a high performing team

• Flexible while working within constraints and guidelines

• Role model for Abbott values

Reporting Structure

• Reports to Head of Finance, ABJ ADC Japan

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce.

We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com