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Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

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AbbVie

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • Montréal, +1

AI generated summary

  • You need a finance degree, 4+ years’ experience, strong financial analysis skills, proficiency in SAP, PowerBI, Excel, and English, plus ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will design financial reports, collaborate with teams for requirements, ensure data quality, support data loading and governance, train users, optimize reporting solutions, and stay updated on trends.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or related field; advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.
  • Preferred 4+ years of progressive and related experience in Finance
  • Extensive experience in financial analysis and SAP / BPC report development.
  • Familiarity with other SAP modules and experience in system integration is a plus.
  • Proven experience as a PowerBI developer and proficiency in other BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik).
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling techniques.
  • Experience in data modeling and data analysis.
  • Knowledge of SQL and experience with data warehousing solutions is a plus.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy that facilitate data-driven decision making.
  • Strong communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Advanced amount of knowledge of English / Fluency in English is an essential requirement for the position of Senior Financial Analyst including, but not limited to, for the following reasons:
  • English speaking employees outside the province of Quebec.
  • English speaking clients outside the province of Quebec.
  • Anglophone region outside the province of Quebec.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop complex financial reports using SAP / BPC & Power BI to support financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
  • Regularly collaborate with finance and business teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for report development, streamlining and optimization.
  • Clean, transform, and model data from various sources to ensure high data quality and consistency across all financial reports and dashboards.
  • Support loading of consolidated business data into BPC.
  • Implement data governance standards to safeguard data integrity and compliance.
  • Train and support end-users on SAP BPC / PowerBI reporting functionalities and best practices.
  • Monitor and optimize the performance of reporting solutions, troubleshooting issues as they arise.
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends to continuously improve reporting capabilities.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A at AbbVie?

The primary responsibility is to support financial planning, forecasting, and reporting activities, including designing and developing complex financial reports using SAP/BPC and Power BI.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is required, with an advanced degree or certifications (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred.

How many years of experience are preferred for this role?

A minimum of 4+ years of progressive and related experience in finance is preferred.

What tools and software should a candidate be proficient in for this role?

Candidates should have extensive experience in SAP/BPC report development and be proficient in Power BI, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with other BI tools like Tableau or Qlik.

Is knowledge of SQL necessary for this position?

While not mandatory, knowledge of SQL and experience with data warehousing solutions is considered a plus.

What are the key skills required for this position?

Key skills include strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Will I need to train others in this role?

Yes, you will be responsible for training and supporting end-users on SAP BPC and Power BI reporting functionalities and best practices.

Is fluency in English a requirement for this position?

Yes, advanced knowledge of English is an essential requirement due to interactions with English-speaking employees and clients outside the province of Quebec.

Does AbbVie offer equal employment opportunities?

Yes, AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diverse applicants from various backgrounds to apply.

Can I apply if I am not based in Canada?

The job description primarily targets candidates eligible to work in Canada, particularly those who can meet the language requirements and understand the local business context.

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AbbVie

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.