Financial Consultant

Medtronic

Financial Consultant focusing on gross margin analytics within Medtronic's healthcare technology sector. Collaborating with teams to enhance profitability and forecast accuracy while guiding financial decision-making.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Colorado, Florida, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $136,800 - $205,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, gross margin analytics, and integrated business planning (IBP) processes, with a strong ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights. Proficient in leveraging financial modeling and scenario planning to drive profitability and support strategic decision-making.

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Gross Margin AnalyticsIntegrated Business Planning (IBP)Financial ModelingAnaplan ProficiencyStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisPerformance TrackingScenario PlanningCost AnalysisForecast Governance

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaborative MindsetProactive Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

AnaplanPower BIExcel-Based AnalyticsBlue Yonder

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACFAMBAM.S.

Industry Keywords

Medical DeviceHealthcareFinancial ConsultingStrategic PlanningFP&A

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead gross margin analytics for the ENT OU, including performance tracking, scorecard development, standardized reporting, and insights that support Annual Operating Plan (AOP) delivery and long-term margin expansion goals.
Evaluate key margin drivers, including product mix, regional mix, pricing, standard cost, manufacturing variances, freight, tariffs, service and repair, and inventory-related costs, to identify risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Commercial, R&D, and Strategy teams to develop and support execution of gross margin improvement initiatives.
Influence Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) strategy by connecting portfolio, lifecycle, launch, and margin dynamics into financial insights that guide prioritization, investment trade-offs, and long-term ENT OU profitability.
Prepare clear, executive-ready analysis and narratives for monthly reviews, workshops, IBP/FPR/MBR updates, and other operating mechanisms.
Lead product- and region-specific financial deep dives to assess performance drivers, explain variances, and recommend actions to improve profitability.
Lead the ENT OU IBP finance process, including FPR ownership, MBR support, forecast governance, and alignment across demand, supply, and financial plans.
Shape revenue, volume, pricing, cost, product lifecycle, and tender dynamics into clear forecast insights, risks and opportunities, and recommended actions to close gaps to AOP and rolling forecast targets.
Partner with IBP OU Leads, Supply Chain, Marketing, Commercial, and regional teams to integrate cross-functional inputs and strengthen forecast accuracy, accountability, and decision-making.
Translate new product launch performance into financial insights that inform cross-functional decisions through FPR, MBR, PMR, and ad hoc NPI discussions.
Deliver executive-ready revenue reporting, performance analytics, and scenario analysis across product families, regions, and operating mechanisms, including S&OE, FPR, and MBR.
Validate and reconcile forecast data across key planning tools, including Anaplan, OneStream, Enrich, and Power BI, to ensure consistency, accuracy, and transparency.
Advance IBP capability by engaging in Communities of Practice, sharing best practices, and supporting onboarding and training for new team members and regional IBP leads.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of finance or accounting experience (or advanced degree with 8+ years)
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field
Advanced degree (MBA, M.S.) or professional certification (CPA, CFA)
Experience in FP&A, financial consulting, or strategic planning
Deep understanding of IBP processes, financial modeling, and scenario planning
Proficiency in Anaplan, Blue Yonder, Power BI, and Excel-based analytics
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience in medical device or healthcare industry
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear recommendations
Collaborative mindset with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Life insurance
Long-term disability leave
Dependent daycare spending account
Tuition assistance/reimbursement
Simple Steps (global well-being program)
Incentive plans
401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match
Short-term disability
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums)
Capital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums)