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’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of .

• Free medical coverage for employees* via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO

• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution

• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.

• 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
Our location in Abbott Park, Illinois currently has an opportunity for a Tax Analyst on our State Tax Team. This role will assist in the preparation, calculations and filing of the state income tax returns, including preparing tax packages and identifying transactions that have tax ramifications.

What You’ll Work On:

• Must have the ability to research complex tax issues, and be proficient in interpreting and applying the tax law, regulations, and cases to specific transactions and factual situations.

• Prepare assigned portions of state compliance work as directed by Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager.

• Prepare the tax provision, analysis of tax accounts and reserves, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.

• This includes a working knowledge of FAS 109 tax accounting and other necessary FASB pronouncements, as well as internal control issues.

• Calculate and prepare estimated payments and extension filings as directed by Tax Manager/Senior Tax Manager.

• Assist with responding to IRS/State audit information requests on behalf of Abbott.

Qualifications:

• B.A./B.S. in Accounting/Finance required. CPA and/or MST a plus, but not required

• 3+ Years related experience beyond the degree or Masters plus related experience.

• Public Accounting or Fortune 500 Corporate Tax experience preferred

• Participants who complete a short wellness assessment qualify for FREE coverage in our HIP PPO medical plan. Free coverage applies in the next calendar year.

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com

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.

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