Business Finance Director – Latin America & Canada (LAC)

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the General Manager and Leadership Team, influencing business decisions and growth strategies across the region.
• Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance management processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Drive business reviews, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.
• Partner with global, regional, and affiliate leaders to deliver sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Lead initiatives focused on productivity, cost optimization, working capital management, and continuous process improvement.
• Champion finance transformation, digital enablement, automation, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Ensure strong financial governance, compliance, internal controls, and effective risk management.
• Develop and mentor high-performing finance talent, strengthening organizational capabilities and succession planning across the region.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• 10-15+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles within multinational organizations.
• Experience in the Healthcare, Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, or related industries preferred.
• Proven experience supporting regional organizations or large international business units.
• Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and executive-level influencing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial information into clear business recommendations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
• Experience leading transformation, process improvement, and performance management initiatives.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

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