FP & A Manager - Diagnostics

JOB DESCRIPTION: This position works out of our Maidenhead location in the Core Diagnostics Division. We’re empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott’s diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people. We are looking for a highly motivated Finance Business Partner (FP&A) to provide critical financial planning and analysis support across UK/I. This role plays a key part in driving financial performance, enabling commercial decision-making, and ensuring robust financial governance. You will partner closely with business leaders, acting as a trusted advisor while leading regional FP&A processes, reporting, and consolidation activities. Key Responsibilities Financial Planning & Analysis Lead regional FP&A processes including planning cycles, forecasting, and consolidation Own and deliver accurate and compliant month-end close activities Analyse monthly financial performance and provide actionable insights Implement and maintain planning, reporting, and analysis frameworks Business Partnering & Commercial Support Partner with senior leaders to drive accountability and financial performance Support customer negotiations (tenders, renewals, KPIs, disputes) Provide financial input into acquisition opportunities and renewal evaluations Leverage data to enhance margin analysis and support commercial decision-making Performance Management & Controls Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets across the region Drive profitability and capital-efficient growth initiatives Ensure strong balance sheet management and financial discipline Maintain a robust controls environment aligned with company policies and IFRS Systems & Process Excellence Oversee financial systems (SAP, HFM, Cognos, etc.) and ensure data integrity Support audits and ensure timely and accurate reporting Drive process improvements and efficiency initiatives About You Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field Master’s degree or professional accounting qualification (preferred) Experience Experience in a Commercial Finance / FP&A role Healthcare or Diagnostics industry experience (advantageous) Strong track record of business partnering and delivering results Skills & Competencies Strong commercial acumen with a customer-focused mindset Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to influence and collaborate across a matrix organisation Resilient, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines Advanced MS Office and SAP expertise Excellent written and verbal communication skills Fluent in English (additional languages are a plus) WHAT WE OFFER As you’d expect from a global healthcare company, we offer a fantastic range of benefits including competitive salaries, a superb defined contribution pension scheme, private healthcare, life assurance and a flexible benefits scheme. 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. Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is N/A In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY: Financial Planning and Analysis DIVISION: CRLB Core Lab LOCATION: United Kingdom > Maidenhead : Abbott House ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: Standard TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Not Applicable SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Abbott is about the power of health. For more than 135 years, Abbott has been helping people reach their potential — because better health allows people and communities to achieve more. With a diverse, global network serving customers in more than 160 countries, we create new solutions — across the spectrum of health, around the world, for all stages of life. Whether it’s next-generation diagnostics, life-changing devices, science-based nutrition, or novel reformulations, we are advancing some of the most innovative and revolutionary technologies in healthcare, helping people live their best lives through better health. The people of Abbott come to work each day with relentless energy, enthusiasm and a promise to enhance the health and well-being of millions of people. They push the boundaries to help manage and treat some of life’s greatest health challenges. We invite you to explore opportunities at Abbott, to see if your talents and career aspirations may fit with our openings. An equal opportunity employer, Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Follow Us: Facebook LinkedIn YouTube Twitter