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Job Description
Financial Specialist I
We have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Specialist based in Cork within our Source-to-Settle (STS) invoice operations team.
* Company Background: Gilead Sciences, Inc. is a research-based biopharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and commercialises innovative medicines in areas of unmet medical need. Gilead's therapeutic areas of focus include HIV / AIDS, liver diseases, serious respiratory and cardiovascular conditions, cancer, and inflammation.
* Global Financial Solutions: The Strategic Objective of Global Financial Solutions (GFS) is to provide value adding financial services in an efficient and effective model that supports the company's growth and enables our business partners to deliver their strategic imperatives.
* The GFS in Cork, located in Little Island, was established in 2009 and has evolved from a transactional based model to a Value add with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement within a dynamic and fast paced environment.
* General Job Requirements: Reporting to the STS invoice operations Lead, you will be responsible for the delivery of key activities within our North America invoice operations area.
* We offer the opportunity to work within a culture of highly motivated, talented individuals who are dedicated to the Company's Vision and objectives. We are seeking an individual with experience in a fast-paced working environment with proven ability to multitask yet remain focused on key priorities.
Duties and Responsibilities (though not limited to):
* Build relationships with key points of contact within both GFS & with internal business partners.
* Maintain regular review of Trade Accounts Payable Listing and ensure follow-up on aged items.
* Maintain regular review of Potential duplicate payment report Listing and ensure all items are addressed & properly closed.
* Manage the Admin Approval process within North America invoice operations.
* Perform month-end STS balance sheet reconciliations for in-scope entities within Corporate timelines.
* Monitor Intercompany Payables processing and follow-up on unusual items.
* Support discrete payment processes and advance payments.
* Daily duplicate report oversight and monitoring, and resolution of issues.
* Maintain process integrity, internal and SOX controls, and ensure compliance with the Controller's Manual and all applicable laws and regulations.
* Manage the processing of critical PO and NON-PO invoices for specific vendors as required.
* Support the co-ordination of the external SOX audit process from a STS perspective.
* Participate in ongoing and new process improvement projects with wider STS team and continually look for areas of improvement.
* Meet individual objectives and contribute to the achievement of the teams' overall objectives ensuring daily targets are met.
* Training and development objectives are met & ability to cover other team members as outlined by team manager.
* Contribute to the development of the Global Financial Solutions culture to attain desired goals which will include efficiency and effectiveness targets.
* Identify problem areas in the process and work with the team manager to generate solutions
Competencies & Skills:
* Ability to multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent written, listening, and verbal communication skills
* Excellent interpersonal skills, an inquisitive mind, and the ability to work effectively with multiple, cross-functional stakeholders.
* Strong analytical skills and critical thinker; must have the ability to use excellent judgment and resolve issues with dexterity and effective decision making
* A focus on innovation and continuous improvement
* Results orientation: The ideal candidate will be results-driven and must thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
* High level of self-motivation, positive attitude, drive for achievement and a strong work ethic
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
* Relevant experience working in an STS department of a multinational or global Finance organization
* Accounting Technician or relevant finance/accounting qualification
* Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint is required
* Good knowledge of SAP or similar integrated ERP
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
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