Finance Controller at Abbott in Roodepoort, Johannesburg

Take the Helm: Abbott Seeks a Finance Controller for Africa 🌍

Are you a highly experienced and strategic finance leader ready to make a significant impact on a global scale? Abbott, a leader in healthcare, is looking for a Finance Controller to lead its financial operations across multiple countries in the Core Diagnostics Division. Based in Roodepoort, Johannesburg, this is a pivotal role that will drive strategic financial planning and operational excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to join a company that is consistently recognized as a great place to work globally. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with strong FP&A capabilities, supply chain insight, and proven leadership experience in complex, multinational environments.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Strategic Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning across multiple countries, providing key financial insights to senior leadership.
• Supply Chain & Distributor Management: Oversee financial operations related to order entry, logistics, and distributor performance, ensuring accurate reporting and optimized working capital.
• Leadership & Talent Development: Manage and mentor finance teams, fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture.
• Compliance & Controls: Maintain strong internal controls and ensure strict adherence to all regulatory standards, including FCPA and IFRS.
• Business Partnering: Provide financial counsel for strategic initiatives, including deal evaluations and acquisitions.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

• A Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field.
• An additional qualification as a CA(SA), CIMA, CPA, or ACCA is essential.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 3 years in a people management role.
• Proven expertise in FP&A, supply chain, and distributor management.
• Experience in the medical/pharma or FMCG industries is highly desirable.
• An audit background from a Big 4 firm and experience in multinational organizations are a strong plus.

If you are a dynamic and strategic finance leader ready to make a difference at a company that is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, we encourage you to apply.

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