Staff Accountant at Abbott

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare with leading businesses and products in diagnostics medical devices nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries. JOB DESCRIPTION:Working at AbbottAt Abbott you can do work that matters grow and learn care for yourself and your family be your true self and live a full life. Youll also have access to:Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.Employees can qualify forfree medical coverage in ourHealth Investment Plan (HIP) PPOmedical plan in the next calendar year.An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contributionTuition reimbursement the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelors degree.A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide 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 the best place to work for diversity working mothers female executives and scientists.The Opportunity The Staff Accountant hired will work on site daily out of our Lake Mary FL location in the part of Corporate Finance Services (CFS). This is part of Abbott Rapid Diagnostics. CFS has global accountability to deliver an exceptional customer experience and create business value through compliance standardization and data analytics. CFS fosters a collaborative team focused and winning environment where employees are accountable and encouraged to develop themselves. The CFS team assures that accounting records for all entities in scope are prepared and maintained in accordance with the organizations accounting policies chart of accounts and related accounting principles and practices; prescribes methods of providing accounting data for various reports and statements; collaborates with Shared Service organization management particularly HUB management and with Division Finance management to develop schedules procedures and systems to enable the timely and informative accumulation adjustment and reporting of financial data.The Staff Accountant is a team member responsible for handling many day-to-day and month-end closing activities within the finance department. This role will support various accounting areas including journal entries reconciliations process improvement audits and reporting. The ideal candidate is motivated to learn and grow within a fast-paced organization while being able to independently think and problem-solve. What Youll Work OnPerform day to day accounting duties including but not limited to: recording cash payroll fixed assets accruals and/or other accounts as assignedPerform month-end close activities including preparation of journal entries reconciling general ledger accounts and maintaining supporting schedulesMaintain detailed supported documented reconciliations of all assigned general ledger accountsSupport account inquiries and fluctuations for month-end accounting reviewParticipate in evaluating current processes to identify areas of efficiencies to support the tight 3 day close windowOwn and maintain various reporting schedules required by our partners ensuring a high level of support and accuracyAssist with audits including compiling requested information and preparation of various analysisPrepare and analyze ad-hoc report requests as needed to support the businessInterpret results using a variety of techniques ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data miningUnderstand data validation techniquesSupport ad hoc analysis and special projects on an as needed basisMake recommendations based on analysis and status of reserves assets and expendituresAssist with financial and tax auditsAids in documenting and monitoring controls to support audit teamAssists with complex accounting projects and initiatives with other members of the finance team and/or other departmentsRequired QualificationsExcellent attention to detail well-organized and highly accountableSolid analytical insight prioritization and problem-solving skillsStrong oral written and interpersonal skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced environment with limited guidanceSelf motivated action oriented individual with the perseverance to meet deadlinesDeveloped time management and priority setting skills required to work in an often ambiguous and constantly changing business environmentBachelors Degree in Accounting or related preferred3 years Accounting experience requiredExperience with SAP preferredBusiness Analytics tool experience a plusAdvanced experience in Excel and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Access Word PowerPointPreferred Qualifications: CPA MBA a plusRelocation is not provided for this role.Learn more about our health and wellness benefits which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: 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 on Facebook at and on Twitter @AbbottNews. The base pay for this position is $60000.00 $120000.00In specific locations the pay range may vary from the range posted. JOB FAMILY:Accounting & Reporting DIVISION:RMDx Rapid and Molecular Diagnostics LOCATION:United States > Lake Mary : 1101 Greenwood Boulevard ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT:Standard TRAVEL:No MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:No SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day) Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. EEO is the Law link - English: EEO is the Law link - Espanol: Experience:Staff IC Key Skills Balance Sheet Reconciliation,General Ledger Reconciliation,Accounting Software,Account Analysis,GAAP,QuickBooks,Pivot tables,General Ledger Accounting,Accounting,Sage,Account Reconciliation,Microsoft Dynamics GP Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 60000 - 120000