(Senior) Financial Analyst – Drive Impact in Life-Saving Innovation
Location: Zurich, Switzerland
At Abbott’s Thoratec Switzerland GmbH, we develop technology that saves lives. As part of Abbott’s global medical device division (115,000+ employees worldwide), we are leaders in implantable and extracorporeal blood pump systems using advanced magnetic levitation technology.
From our Zurich site, a diverse team of ~130 colleagues collaborates across development, quality, and production to deliver the CentriMag System and HeartMate 3—supporting patients with advanced heart failure around the world.
Why this role matters
As a (Senior) Financial Analyst, you will play a key role in shaping financial insights that directly support innovation and patient impact. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams and leadership to help drive operational excellence, transparency, and smart decision-making.
This is an opportunity to combine analytical expertise with meaningful purpose, while growing into a strategic finance partner within a collaborative and supportive environment.
What you’ll do
1. Act as a trusted finance partner for cost centers, capital investments, projects, inventory and windchill change orders
2. Lead and support annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting process across assigned areas
3. Partner with the business to monitor performance, identify opportunities, and support improvement initiatives
4. Support full cycle of capital (planning, tracking, and post-investment)
5. Monitor inventory and communicate financial implications and opportunities by partnering with local supply chain
6. Contribute to continuous improvement in financial processes, tools, reporting and data accuracy
7. Ensure compliance with financial controls, policies, and reporting requirements
8. Execute deliverables in a consistent, timely, and accurate manner
9. Play a key role in month-end activities by executing journal entries, performing variance analysis, and preparing reports
What you bring
We know great candidates don’t always meet every requirement. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.
10. Degree in Finance (or similar), with approximately 5+ years of experience, with at least 3 years in FP&A
11. Experience in manufacturing or operations finance is a plus, but not essential
12. Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
13. Ability to translate financial data into clear insights for different audiences
14. Confidence working with systems and data (e.g., SAP, Dodeca/ Essbase, Excel and Power BI)
15. Strong collaboration and communication skills
16. Ability to manage priorities and navigate a dynamic environment and high-pressure situations
17. Fluent English
What we offer
18. A purpose-driven role contributing to life-saving technologies
19. A collaborative and inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued
20. Opportunities for growth and specialization (including becoming a costing SME)
21. Flexibility and autonomy in how you manage your work
22. A modern workplace in the heart of Zurich
Join us
We are looking for curious, motivated individuals who enjoy solving problems, working together, and making an impact.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.
Apply via our career site: Abbott Laboratories Careers