Program Manager - Finance Shared Services

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Delivery

• Lead multiple global Finance transformation programs focused on AI adoption, automation, process optimization, and digital innovation.
• Manage end-to-end program delivery, ensuring projects are completed on time, within scope, and within approved budgets.
• Develop and maintain program roadmaps, project plans, milestones, governance structures, and success metrics.
• Drive execution across cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Ensure alignment between Finance, Accounting, Technology, PMO, and business stakeholders.

Finance AI Strategy & Transformation

• Partner with Finance and Accounting leadership to identify opportunities where AI can improve processes, reporting, controls, and operational efficiency.
• Support the development and execution of the Finance AI roadmap, particularly across RTR activities.
• Translate business requirements into practical AI-enabled solutions that deliver measurable value.
• Champion innovation, continuous improvement, and the adoption of emerging technologies across Finance operations.

Stakeholder Management & Executive Influence

• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Global Finance, Shared Services, and Technology organizations.
• Influence decision-making at Director level and above through clear communication, business cases, and strategic recommendations.
• Facilitate governance forums, steering committees, and executive updates.
• Drive alignment among stakeholders with diverse priorities and objectives.

Change Management & Communications

• Develop and execute communication strategies that support successful transformation outcomes.
• Ensure effective engagement of impacted teams throughout program lifecycles.
• Lead organizational change management activities to maximize adoption and sustainability.
• Create clear and compelling communications tailored to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Risk Management & Governance

• Identify program risks, dependencies, and issues, ensuring appropriate mitigation plans are implemented.
• Establish robust governance and reporting mechanisms.
• Provide accurate and timely updates to leadership on program status, risks, key decisions, and achievements.
• Ensure adherence to PMO standards, project management methodologies, and compliance requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience within Finance, Accounting, Shared Services, Transformation, or Program Management.
• 5+ years of experience in Record-to-Report (RTR), Accounting Operations, or Finance Transformation environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading global, cross-functional transformation programs.
• Strong understanding of Finance processes including Record-to-Report, Financial Close, Controls, Reporting, and Shared Services operations.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders across multiple regions and functions.
• Proven ability to influence and drive alignment at Director level and above.
• Strong project and program management expertise, including governance, risk management, and change management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering AI, automation, digital transformation, or data-driven initiatives within Finance.
• Knowledge of large-scale ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or equivalent finance systems.
• Experience working within multinational organizations and global shared service environments.
• PMP, Prince2, Agile, or equivalent project management certification.
• Finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, or equivalent) is advantageous.

What We Offer
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus, as well as benefits such as

• Private Health Insurance for you and your family
• Occupational Pension Scheme with an excellence contribution rate
• Life assurance
• Career Development
• Growing business plus access to many more benefits
• Luas stop right outside the building
• Underground parking available
• Onsite canteen

Connect with us at www.abbott.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

The base pay for this position is

N/A

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

JOB FAMILY:

General / Shared Services

DIVISION:

IFO International Finance

LOCATION:

Ireland > Dublin : Block G, Cherrywood, Cherrywood Business Park

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:

Ireland > Galway : Parkmore East Business Park, United States > Abbott Park : AP52

WORK SHIFT:

Ie - Cw 37.5A (Ireland)

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 % of the Time

MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:

Not Applicable

SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:

Not Applicable