Assistant Controller EMEA-APAC Heart Failure

Abbott Laboratories; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking an Assistant Controller for EMEA & APAC. This role involves consolidating financial data, influencing decision-making, and implementing financial strategies. Candidates should have a Master's degree, at least 8 years of experience, and strong FP&A expertise. Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with data-cube systems like SAP is preferred. Join a dynamic team and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunities for career development

Dynamic global environment

Culture of innovation and collaboration

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role within an international corporate environment.
• Experience in MedTech or product-related industries is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the consolidation and analysis of the EMEA & APAC P&L, ensuring accuracy.
• Partner with commercial leadership to identify risks and develop strategies.
• Drive FP&A processes including forecasting and performance analysis.
• Provide insights on revenue and operating expenses.
• Collaborate to optimise value creation for strategic projects.
• Champion simplification of financial processes.

Skills

FP&A expertise

Influencing senior stakeholders

Advanced Excel skills

Data-cube systems (Hyperion, Dodeca)

Understanding of accounting and compliance

Fluent in English

Education

Master's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or IT Sciences

Tools

SAP

Job description

At Abbott, we’re committed to helping people live their best lives through better health. Our Heart Failure Division develops innovative solutions that transform patient care worldwide. We are looking for an Assistant Controller for EMEA & APAC to join our team in Zaventem, Belgium.

About the Heart Failure Division

Abbott’s Heart Failure Division is dedicated to improving the lives of patients with advanced heart conditions. We provide cutting‑edge technologies and therapies that help restore quality of life and reduce hospitalisations. Our mission is to deliver solutions that make a meaningful difference for patients, caregivers, and healthcare systems globally.

About the Role

As Assistant Controller for the Heart Failure Division, you will be a key financial partner to senior commercial and finance leaders across EMEA and APAC. You will own the consolidation of the regional P&L, ensure compliance, and drive forward‑looking financial strategies that enable sustainable growth. This is a highly visible role where you will influence decision‑making and create value across a complex, international matrix organisation.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the consolidation and analysis of the EMEA & APAC P&L, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Partner with commercial leadership to identify risks, opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive FP&A processes, including forecasting, scenario planning, and performance analysis.
• Provide actionable insights on revenue, margin, and operating expenses with a forward‑looking focus.
• Collaborate across functions to optimise value creation and support strategic projects.
• Champion simplification and standardisation of financial processes.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or IT Sciences.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role within an international corporate environment.
• Strong FP&A expertise and proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Advanced skills in Excel and experience with data‑cube systems (Hyperion, Dodeca); SAP is a plus.
• Solid understanding of accounting and compliance (Big4 or Internal Audit experience preferred).
• Fluent in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Experience in MedTech or product‑related industries is a strong plus.

Why Join Abbott

At Abbott, you’ll work in a dynamic, global environment where your ideas make a real impact. We offer:

• A challenging role with international exposure.
• Opportunities for career development and continuous learning.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and diversity.

Apply today and help us shape the future of healthcare.
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.