Senior AP Specialist

Company: Illumina
Company: Illumina
Location: India - Bengaluru - Embassy One Complex
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2024-08-21 05:31
What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.Basic Function and Scope of the Position:This position is based in India and will be responsible to support Accounts Payable function for APAC.In this role, he/she will also be involved in ensuring SOX compliance within AP processes and coordinating with overseas offices to ensure consistency of policies and processes while providing ad-hoc support to any other duties or projects as assigned.This role will report directly to Manager, Accounts Payable based in Singapore (APAC Regional Office). Tasks and Responsibilities:Manage and process monthly invoice volume of 800+.Validate and process invoices and payment requests for payment in the accounting system, with appropriate account coding and approvals.3-way and 2-way invoice match to PO experience required.Conduct analytical review of purchase orders to correlating invoices.Research and resolve supplier disputes and issues.Resolution to include root cause analysis and proactive steps to mitigate future issues.Collaborate with purchasing team to resolve any PO discrepancies.Collaborate and provide excellent customer service to external and internal business stakeholders on any invoice issues.Ensure timely and accurate processing of all account payable invoices.Comply with all internal controls to ensure accurate financial records, particularly in relation to Corporate Approved Authority Matrix, SOX narratives and Global Purchasing Policy.Work with relevant Finance stakeholders to analyze expenses.Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed as essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional task and responsibilities.Preferred Educational Background:Possess B.Com/M.Com/MBA.(Finance) or equivalent qualification 1-2 years of relevant accounting and / or Accounts Payable experiencePreferred Experiential Background:Accounts Payable experience in MNC environment is preferred.Experience in working with APAC countries would be advantageous.Competencies:Proficient in SAP and Microsoft office, especially Excel.Positive, responsible, proactive attitude and well organized.Strong communication (oral and written).Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.   Ability to work cordially with people of different backgrounds in the organization.Enjoy working with details and has a keen eye for identifying process improvement opportunities.Embrace and enjoy working in a fast changing and dynamic working environment.A team player with close coordination with the Regional office located in Singapore and versatile to work independently with minimum supervision.Illumina believes that everyone has the ability to make an impact, and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, citizenship status, and genetic information.
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