Abbott is a diversified healthcare company that creates breakthrough products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutrition, and medicines. Founded more than 130 years ago, Abbott aims to help people lead healthier lives and make a lasting impact on health in over 160 countries.
Job Overview
- We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Controller to lead financial operations across multiple countries within our Core Diagnostics Division based in Roodepoort .
- This role is pivotal in driving strategic financial planning, distributor management, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned finance professional with strong FP&A capabilities, supply chain insight, and leadership experience in complex, multinational environments
Responsibilities
- Analyze performance and provide insights to senior leadership.
- Oversee financial operations related to order entry, logistics, and distributor performance. Optimize working capital and ensure accurate reporting.
- Support ERP upgrades (SAP S/4HANA preferred), ensuring scalable and compliant financial systems.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to FCPA, IFRS, ISO, and other regulatory standards.
- Manage and mentor finance teams, fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture. Drive talent development and succession planning.
- Provide financial counsel for deal evaluations, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on financial modeling and investment analysis.
- Ensure timely reconciliations, monitor DSO, receivables, and capital purchases. Maintain and update SOPs for finance functions.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s in Finance, or Finance related is essential
- Additional qualification as CA(SA) or CIMA, CPA, ACCA is essential
- Minimum 10 years in finance, with at least 3 years in people management.
- Proven track record in FP&A is essential and supply chain/distributor management.
- Experience in medical/pharma or FMCG industries highly desirable.
- Big Audit background and experience in multinational organizations.
- Advanced Excel and MS Office skills; SAP S/4HANA experience beneficial.
Method of Application
Meet the qualifications?
Apply now at Abbott on www.jobs.abbott