Regional FP&A Financial Analyst - Budget & Forecasting

Abbott Laboratories; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories in Johannesburg seeks a Financial Analyst to support month end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and day-to-day finance activities. You will analyze financial data to provide timely information for strategic decisions and partner with regional teams to drive profitability and cost control.

The role emphasizes advanced Excel, collaboration with local and area finance, and implementing budgeting tools and processes to strengthen regional reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• BCom degree or higher in accounting/finance or related field.
• CA(SA) or CIMA qualification preferred.
• 2-3 years’ experience in finance reporting/FP&A or similar.
• Advanced Excel skills indispensable.
• Multinational exposure is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end reporting and budgeting processes.
• Forecast and analyze financial data to assist strategic decisions.
• Prepare profitability analyses at country/cluster level.
• Act as finance business partner to drive sales and cost control.
• Develop and improve monthly reporting processes and tools.
• Collaborate with management on budgeting exercises and scenarios.
• Provide ad hoc regional reporting and insights.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Education

BCom Degree or Hons in Accounting/Finance

CA(SA) or CIMA preferred

Tools

SAP

TM1

Job description

Abbott Laboratories in Johannesburg seeks a Financial Analyst to support month end reporting, budgeting, forecasting and day-to-day finance activities. You will analyze financial data to provide timely information for strategic decisions and partner with regional teams to drive profitability and cost control.

The role emphasizes advanced Excel, collaboration with local and area finance, and implementing budgeting tools and processes to strengthen regional reporting accuracy.