Associate, RTR at Abbott

Selangor, Malaysia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
HealthcareIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance, Chartered Accountant preferable
  • Intermediate Excel skills, good with managing large volume of data
  • Agile with working with various enterprise systems (e.g. JDE, BPCS, SAP), willing to work with manual processes and strive for process improvements
  • English required. Other language skills desired
  • Energetic and innovative with a passion to make things happen
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (passion for data and accuracy)

Responsibilities

  • Assist in External/Internal Audit, preparing Financial Statement and Tax schedules
  • Communicate proactively with Divisions and respective functions to ensure smooth month end/year end closing
  • Ensure compliance with Abbott accounting policies and regulatory requirements
  • Contribute and participate in overall team initiatives, projects, and activities
  • Perform monthly/year end closing tasks (e.g., Journal posting, Accruals, Balance Sheet reconciliation/prepare commentaries, Product Costing, Intercompany related, FA matters)
  • Update SOPs as and when required
  • Back-up other team members as and when required
  • Manage day-to-day activities including monthly closing tasks (i.e. inventory provision review, GL vs sub-ledger tie-in, analytical review of P&L and BS movement, balance sheet recon review)
  • Perform annual closing tasks
  • Ensure business transactions are accurately recorded for any new business initiatives or changes in business processes
  • Monitor and correct complex data and information errors
  • Identify and resolve exceptions on inventory transactions resulting in out-of-balance
  • Address and eliminate data integrity and quality issues over time
  • Update SOPs and Work Instructions
  • Ensure all processes, policies and procedures are clearly defined and fully documented
  • Sustain minimum effective controls in compliance with SOX, GAAP, IFRS and any other accounting pronouncements and policies required
  • Read, understand, and execute on the policies and standards communicated by the GPMs and the corporate controller

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Audit PreparationJournal PostingAccrualsBalance Sheet ReconciliationProduct CostingIntercompany TransactionsFixed Assets AccountingInventory Provision ReviewGL ReconciliationAnalytical ReviewSOX ComplianceGAAPIFRSSOP Updates

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the base pay for this Associate, RTR position?

The base pay for this position is N/A. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

Is this role remote or does it require office presence?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills and qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance (Chartered Accountant preferable), intermediate Excel skills for managing large data volumes, experience with enterprise systems like JDE, BPCS, SAP, English proficiency, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required.

What is the work environment or team culture like at Abbott for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Associate, RTR position?

Strong candidates will have a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance (preferably Chartered Accountant), intermediate Excel skills, agility with systems like JDE, SAP, English proficiency, and energetic problem-solving with a passion for data accuracy.

Abbott

Healthcare solutions in diagnostics and devices

About Abbott

Abbott Laboratories focuses on improving health through various medical technologies and health solutions. The company operates in areas such as cardiovascular health, diabetes management, diagnostic testing, nutrition, and neuromodulation for chronic pain and movement disorders. Abbott's products include advanced medical devices and diagnostic tests that help healthcare professionals and patients manage health conditions effectively. For example, their cardiovascular technologies assist in heart health management, while diabetes care products enable accurate glucose monitoring without painful fingersticks. Unlike many competitors, Abbott emphasizes accessibility and affordability in its offerings, aiming to make life-changing technologies available to a broader audience. The company's goal is to positively impact global health and well-being, supported by a commitment to sustainability and a 2030 Sustainability Plan.

Lake Bluff, IllinoisHeadquarters
1888Year Founded
IPOCompany Stage
HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Departure of key leader Dr. Adamson may affect Abbott's Heart Failure division.
Integration challenges with Medtronic could impact glucose monitor-insulin pump rollout.
Thermo Fisher's microfluidics expansion may increase competition for Abbott.

Differentiation

Abbott integrates continuous glucose monitoring with automated insulin delivery systems.
Abbott's microfluidic devices streamline diagnostic processes efficiently.
Abbott's neuromodulation products target specific nervous system areas for chronic pain relief.

Upsides

Microfluidic technology offers cost-effective solutions in diagnostics.
Strategic partnerships like Abbott-Medtronic enhance product offerings and market reach.
Significant investments indicate strong market confidence in Abbott's healthcare solutions.

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