Our client, a leading global organisation, is looking for an available immediately an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team in their Cork based office for a 12-month temporary position. This is an excellent opportunity to leverage your P2P and general accounting expertise within a compliance-driven setting and support their team on an implementation project within the Accounts Payable function.Key ResponsibilitiesBecome the Subject Matter Expert for the purchase-to-pay process concerning clinical trial investigator payments. This includes:Vendor creation and management.Purchase order (PO) creation and maintenance.Tracking trial budgets against POs to ensure appropriate allocation across sites based on patient enrolment.Resolving issues related to rejected invoices and following up with vendors for outstanding invoices.Ensure full understanding and compliance with all relevant procurement, legal, and financial requirements and procedures.Proactively identify, communicate, and resolve operational issues.Lead on Metrics, including comprehensive analysis and reporting from various ERP systems.Liaise effectively with third parties to maintain strong operational relationships.Provide essential business support to the associate team for clinical trials startup and ongoing administration.Anticipate and adapt to dynamically changing priorities within a fast-paced environment.Contribute to continuous improvement by providing valuable feedback and sharing learned insights.Participate in business planning and budgeting processes, completing necessary analysis and meeting reporting requirements.Ensure team adherence to document management processes.Assist teams in reviewing and updating standard operating procedures (SOPs), job aids, flowcharts, and reference documents, ensuring they are live and current.Serve as Learning Lead, guiding new hires and trainers during induction periods.Act as SOX & Operational Controls Lead for the Finance & Business Support Teams.Key Requirements2-3 years of experience in an Accounts Payable or General Accounting function within a high volume and fast paced environment.Experience using SAP in a finance function essential.Strong knowledge of Microsoft of ExcelThird level finance related qualification a distinct advantageFluency in English (both written and spoken).A strong appreciation for, or experience within, a compliance-driven environment.Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and adhere to regulatory requirements and internal policies.Exceptional analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail, capable of handling complex data.Proven ability to effectively prioritise tasks and complete key deliverables within deadlines.Excellent active listening and communication skills.Adept at working within a global team environment, communicating effectively with internal business partners at all levels and disciplines, as well as external partners and vendors.
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