JOB DESCRIPTION:

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

• This position is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining an effective business partnering capability that will provide Business Units with timely and appropriate support, financial information and analytical tools to manage performance of the Business Units. This position is the key contact for Business Units, especially for Sales and Marketing teams, and has the ability to influence decision making and assist with driving Business Units' performance. Role supports two key business units: Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) and Electrophysiology Heart Failure (EPHF) Divisions

Your key responsibilities would include but not be limited to:

• Finance business partner to Corporate Accounts Manager responsible for and Tenders. This will include preparing and participating in business reviews and planning cycles (LBE) reviews.

• Working closely with Commercial business to evaluate margin impact related to investment decisions, pricing and promotions, and business development opportunities to support the making of decisions.

• Ensuring pricing proposals are compliant with corporate pricing policy across the CRM & EPHF business and authorisation is properly documented.

• Update and monitor market status of products within the customer groups.  Understand the impact of market dynamics, share, and innovation on the forecast assumptions.

• Act as the single provider of relevant business unit data to the Finance Controllers for consolidation into FP&A reporting including Plan, LBE, and long-term innovation forecasts. 

• Prepare Corporate Account reports, ad hoc reporting and/or analysis as required by Corporate Accounts Manager.

• Manage and develop one direct report. 

• Oversee the rebate and Sales incentive process performed by direct report including:

• timely & accurate calculation and accrual of monthly rebates and payments are executed in accordance with approved Rebate agreements and properly authorized in accordance with corporate policy.

• Timely & accurate calculation of sales incentive and relevant accruals for the CRM/EPHF divisions in accordance with annual sales incentive plans.

• Sales territory alignment within SAP for Abbott Medical divisions.

• Defining and implementing best practice planning and control techniques in line with business needs. 

What makes you a successful candidate?

• 5+ years of working experiences in multiple financial positions including financial reporting & analysis, and commercial business support with multinational companies.

• Good understanding of Healthcare, Pharma and Medical device industry preferred.

• Experience in strategic analysis & planning and execution, performance metrics, project evaluation and commercial acumen.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to simplify complex situations and synthesise, communicate and present complex information. 

• Insightful, comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty, pro-active, collaborative and consultative.

• CA/CPA qualified.

Abbott provides some fantastic benefits for our employees, these include:

• Free Parking

• Flexible working options

• Leading Training and development programs

• Discounted Healthcare

• Discounted Shares program

• Wellness program that includes Fresh fruit etc.

• Easy access to public transport, bus and rail

• AND…..Lots, lots more

Abbott provides some fantastic benefits for our employees, these include:

• Leading Learning and Development opportunities

• Wellness programs

• Discounted share options

• Being part of an organisation reputed to be a World’s Top Employer recognised for our workplace culture that values healthy living, diversity and equal opportunity

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 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott is committed to building a diverse workforce that values diversity across gender, age, culture, disability and lifestyle.

In order to be eligible to work for Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions for the respective country applicable.

We ask that recruiters respect our internal recruitment process and PSA panel by refraining from contacting us or forwarding unsolicited profiles.

The base pay for this position is

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

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The Company

Johnson Controls is the Global leader for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

About this role:

Gordon Brothers was acquired by Johnson Controls in 2023. We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to lead the accounting operation and finance activities of Gordon Brothers. This role will partner with the acquisition finance team and business, drive competitive and sustainable business growth through independent, objective and value-creating financial analytics.

Responsibilities include:

• Integrate the acquisition to comply with JCI accounting policies and procedures, including day-to-day finance processes, revenue recognition on project and services accounting, establishing the new financial delegation of authorities, segregation of duties, and reconciliations.

• Responsible for annual Plan and rolling forecast. Oversees the business planning and forecasting process for the area of responsibility and ensures delivery of accurate and timely forecasts.

• Establish and oversee processes and tools necessary to obtain transparent and reliable financial data and business information. Ensure high quality of financial data and business information in line with defined standards and financial closing schedules.

• Partner with business to provide in-depth, accurate and timely analysis to support the decision making. Identify issues and advise management on action plans and operational strategies to resolve. Drive appropriate cost structure, productivity optimization, and capital efficiency. Manage and closely monitor the cash flow and takes action to improve Net Working Capital.

• Assess business risk exposure and defines risk mitigation strategies to reduce impact on business performance. Ensure risk management processes are consistently implemented in own area of responsibility. Identify and communicate commercial and financial risks and opportunities from business propositions.

• Ensure transparency in financial reporting and disclosures. Define and implement internal controls regarding financial and non-financial operations. Ensure compliance with corporate and country standards, regulations, and guidelines.

• Develop the finance integration plan with the business and other JCI functions.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance and / or Accounting.

• Recognized professional accountancy qualification (CA, CPA) is required.

• M&A experience.

• 8+ years’ experience in finance, accounting and auditing related areas with a focus on business analytics and solid accounting / financial experience.

• 5+ years of solid team management experience.

• Strong strategical-thinking skill, decisive and logical.

• Advanced Excel and data management skills are required.

• Knowledge of the Pronto ERP is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of OneStream (similar Hyperion/HFM) is highly desirable.

• Project management skill is desirable.

How to Apply

Click on the APPLY button to submit your application in confidence. Feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion on 0417 445 920- Amy.

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JCI’s Diversity & Inclusion 

Our dedication to diversity and inclusion starts with our values. We lead with integrity and purpose, focusing on the future and aligning with our customers’ vision for success. Our High-Performance Culture ensures that we have the best talent that is highly engaged and eager to innovate. ​​​​​​ Our D&I mission elevates each employee’s responsibility to contribute to our culture. It’s through these contributions that we’ll drive the mindsets and behaviors we need to power our customers’ missions. You have the power. You have the voice. You have the culture in your hands.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes sent to JCI without the request from JCI’s Talent Acquisition team will not be recognised as an introduction.