Business Finance Director – Latin America & Canada (LAC)
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Business Finance Director – Latin America & Canada (LAC)
About Abbott
Abbott is a global healthcare leader, creating breakthrough science to improve people's health. We're always looking towards the future, anticipating changes in medical science and technology.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You will have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
This position works out in Mexico City office in Tlalpan, Coyoacan.
We're empowering smarter medical and economic decision making to help transform the way people manage their health at all stages of life. Every day, more than 10 million tests are run on Abbott's diagnostics instruments, providing lab results for millions of people.
MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE
The Business Finance Director, reporting to the Integral Commercial Controller and serving as a key member of the regional leadership team, the
Director, Business Finance
will drive business performance, profitability, and long‐term growth through financial leadership, strategic planning, and data‐driven decision making. This role supports a USD $100M business and plays a critical role in translating financial insights into actions that accelerate business results and patient impact across the region.
What You'll Do
Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the General Manager and Leadership Team, influencing business decisions and growth strategies across the region.
Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance management processes, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.




Drive business reviews, identify risks and opportunities, and provide actionable recommendations to improve financial performance.
Partner with global, regional, and affiliate leaders to deliver sustainable growth, profitability, and operational excellence.
Lead initiatives focused on productivity, cost optimization, working capital management, and continuous process improvement.
Champion finance transformation, digital enablement, automation, and business intelligence initiatives.
Ensure strong financial governance, compliance, internal controls, and effective risk management.
Develop and mentor high-performing finance talent, strengthening organizational capabilities and succession planning across the region.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
CPA and/or MBA preferred.
*****+ years of progressive finance experience, including leadership roles within multinational organizations.
Experience in the Healthcare, Diagnostics, Medical Devices, Pharmaceutical, or related industries preferred.
Proven experience supporting regional organizations or large international business units.
Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and executive-level influencing skills.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex financial information into clear business recommendations.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
Experience leading transformation, process improvement, and performance management initiatives.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life.



Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Job Id
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Medical surveillance
Not Applicable
Division
ID Infectious Disease
Travel
Yes, 25 % of the Time
Additional Location
Brazil - São Paulo
Significant work activities
Not Applicable
Job available in 2 locations
INNOVATIVE BENEFITS
We support our colleagues around the world as they care for themselves and their families with offerings tailored to their unique needs.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We strive to provide environments where all employees feel welcome and able to bring their full selves to work. To do this we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion across Abbott.
SUSTAINABILITY FOR OUR FUTURE
At Abbott, sustainability means managing our efforts so we can help the greatest number of people around the world live fuller lives through better health.
WE'RE RECOGNIZED AROUND THE WORLD
DOW JONES SUSTAINABILITY INDEX
BEST CORPORATE CITIZENS
FORTUNE CHANGE
THE WORLD
FORTUNE'S MOST ADMIRED COMPANIES
JOIN OUR TALENT COMMUNITY
We will notify you about relevant positions, and keep you in mind when we have interesting opportunities.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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PAY TRANSPARENCY NONDISCRIMINATION PROVISION
We provide reasonable workplace accommodations. U.S. residents only: To request accommodation, please call ************or email ****** .
Abbott is committed to pay equity and transparency. Compensation is determined using objective, job-related, and gender-neutral criteria in compliance with applicable laws and local regulations.
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