Job description summary
to provide expert advice to superiors for financial reporting & accounting and manage the reporting and accounting requirements for the general ledger; to ensure compliance with external and internal accounting reporting requirements in a timely and accurate manner.
job description
in 2023, #sandoz will become an independent organization! As the global market leader for generic and biosimilar medicines, sandoz is stepping forward from a position of strength. Those who join sandoz in the coming months will help shape the future of the company, its growth, innovation, culture, and how sandoz impacts the lives of millions. These will be careers with genuine impact! This is one of those roles!
major accountabilities
the accounts payable sr specialist is responsible for processing invoices, managing vendor payments, supporting on po matters, resolving discrepancies, and performing account reconciliations in an efficient, timely, and accurate manner. They work closely with various departments, ensuring that all invoices are paid correctly and that any queries are dealt with promptly.
the position requires a customer-centric, diligent, hard-working individual with proven experience in finance areas. The role ensures the delivery of daily operations, month-end activities, and customer support and acts as a subject matter expert in p2p process, vendor management, po process, and payments.
responsibilities
1. processing, reviewing, and recording invoices and costs efficiently.
2. maintaining and updating financial records.
3. performing account reconciliations on down payments and ap account (aging) and developing root-cause analysis.
4. managing vendor relations and building effective partnerships.
5. assisting with business reports, budgets, and financial statements.
6. liaising with various teams, like procurement, legal, or hr, to resolve any invoice discrepancies or clarifications.
7. ensuring that financial transactions comply with financial policies and regulations.
8. carrying out internal audits and assisting with external audits.
9. assisting with the development and implementation of systems for collecting, analyzing, verifying, and reporting financial information.
10. supporting on p2p systems implementation, processes, and technologies (sap ecc, ariba ariba guided buying).
11. following up on cta & pcard reconciliation.
qualifications
1. a degree in business administration or accounting is mandatory or any other related field.
2. 2-4 years of financial experience as accounts payable sr analyst or any other related finance field. Good knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures.
3. strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
4. excellent attention to detail & strong organizational and multitasking abilities, listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
5. spanish, english & portuguese are mandatory (advanced written and spoken).
6. experience in ms suite, excel advanced, sap (mandatory requirements).
7. demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-national, matrix organization.
8. proactive, detail-oriented, professional attitude, reliable, customer service orientation.
why sandoz?
500 million patients received generic and biosimilar medicines from sandoz in 2021 and while we are proud of that, we know we can do more to continue to help pioneer access to medicines for people around the world. How will we do this? We believe that new insights, perspectives, and innovative solutions can be found at the intersection of medical science and digital innovation. That a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment inspires new ways of working. We believe our potential can thrive and grow in a boss-free culture underpinned by integrity, curiosity, and flexibility. And we can reimagine what is possible when we boldly collaborate to aggressively and ambitiously tackle the world’s toughest medical challenges. Because the greatest risk in life is the risk of never trying! Imagine what you could achieve here at sandoz!
join our sandoz network: if this position does not fit your experience or career goals but you would like to stay connected to learn more about sandoz and our career opportunities, please join the network here: sandoz talentpool (novartis.com).
commitment to diversity and inclusion: we are committed to creating an exceptional and inclusive work environment and diverse teams that represent the patients and communities we serve.
skills desired
ability to influence key stakeholders, building effective teams, critical thinking, effective communications, financial accounting, financial and management reporting, people development, process optimization, resource allocation, understanding value drivers.
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