Finance Supervisor, Similac
Columbus, NE - USA
Job Summary
Working at Abbott
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Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year
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Tuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree
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The Opportunity
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 and Glucerna to help get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest life.
The Finance Supervisor Similac serves as a strategic business partner to Pediatric and Infant Nutrition leadership providing financial leadership business insights and decision support. This role is responsible for financial planning forecasting performance management and financial analysis for the Similac Infant Formula business with a primary focus on market performance and Similac Advertising Promotion and Gratis (AP&G) investment management. The position partners closely with Marketing Commercial and Analytics teams to translate market dynamics and financial results into actionable business strategies that drive growth and profitability.
In addition to core business partnership responsibilities the Finance Supervisor will provide financial support for key Similac initiatives including WIC and non-WIC projects partnering with cross-functional teams to evaluate business opportunities and support strategic decision-making.
What Youll Work On
Lead annual planning monthly forecasting long-range planning and performance reporting processes for the Similac Infant Formula market which is $6B annually.
Analyze market performance share trends competitive activity consumer dynamics and key growth drivers to provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
Partner with Marketing and Commercial teams to evaluate business performance and support strategic investment decisions.
Lead forecasting month-end close and financial reporting activities for Similac Advertising Promotion and Gratis (AP&G) spend representing $100MM annually.
Provide financial analysis and insights on brand investment effectiveness key spending drivers risks and opportunities.
Identify and communicate risks and opportunities to financial performance developing recommendations to mitigate risk or accelerate growth.
Prepare executive-ready presentations and financial analyses for leadership reviews LBE submissions and ad hoc business requests.
Support strategic Similac projects including WIC and non-WIC initiatives as needed to drive business priorities and strengthen organizational understanding of key financial processes.
Drive process improvements automation and standardization initiatives across financial planning and reporting activities.
The role reports directly to Pediatric Sr Finance Manager and will have visibility to the Pediatric Controller Pediatric leadership team and ANPD Controller.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Accounting Finance Economics or related field.
Minimum 6 years finance experience (FP&A Cost/General Accounting or Financial Reporting)
Knowledge of the principles processes and standards for integrated financial analysis and reporting
Preferred Qualifications
Experience serving as a strategic business partner to Marketing Commercial and cross-functional leadership teams providing financial guidance influencing decisions and driving business outcomes.
Proven ability to work independently take ownership of critical business processes and manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail.
Strong executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
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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.
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The base pay for this position is
$86700.00 $173300.00In 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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