P2P Associate Analyst (Japanese Speaker) - 6 Months Contract

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world's most serious disease. But we're more than one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies.

We are trusted partners who are connected and integrated across the global enterprise, working closely with all functions from Commercial to Manufacturing. It opens up greater development opportunities for more responsibility on a global scale.

Join a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run effectively and harness our transformative science. We're on a journey of growth and evolution to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients.

Global Finance Services (GFS) is at the heart of the Finance function - accountable to the AstraZeneca (AZ) Group for the design and delivery of high quality, simple to operate transactional finance processes that enable our customers to focus on AZ's strategic priorities.

Our Purchase to Pay (P2P) team within GFS is responsible for processing invoices and making payments to our suppliers, reimbursing expenses to employees, managing vendor & contract data, processing purchase orders and ensuring process and policy compliance. As the successful role holder, you will be accountable for the P2P operational process delivery of the local country processes.

Typical Accountabilities

• Ensures the accuracy and timeliness of invoice processing and resolving level 2 AP queries within the agreed SLAs.
• Carry out AP closing activities accurately including preparing and analyse BS reconciliation reports within specified timeline. Prepares and produces monthly reports as assigned and identify long outstanding items reflected in the accounts.
• Investigates outstanding aging items and work collaboratively with vendors and business users to resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensures company policies and procedures are being adhered to as they pertain to processing of invoices.
• Support the development/changes in systems, transactions and processes. This includes preparing and updating process documentation and process improvement initiative.
• Ensure compliance to key controls as identified in the FCF/SOX documentation.
• Prioritize activities to achieve optimum efficiencies Accountable for individual performance on productivity and agreed KPIs as stated in service level agreements and internal team goals.
• Support team lead and team members in activities to enhance the effectiveness of the team. This includes helping new joiners to successfully settle into their new role in their stream.

Essential Requirements

• You should have a Degree in Finance & Accounting/Commerce or equivalent.
• Possess 1-2 years of accounting work experiences. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Graduates pursuing a professional qualification (Part Time) in ACCA, CIMA or any other relevant qualification are welcome.
• Have knowledge and experience in SAP, Oracle or other ERP system.
• Experience of working in a shared service centre across a global /large organization will be an added advantage.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and multitask.
• Inquisitive, investigative with critical thinking and good problem solving skills.
• Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English.
• Proficiency in Japanese language (speaking, writing, and reading) is required.
• Willing to work for 6 months contract (non-renewable) however there is a possibility of being converted to a permanent role if suitable vacancies become available.

At AstraZeneca we're dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There's no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We're on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. We only employ individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.