Grants Payable Specialist

Overview

This role supports site and investigator payment processing and accounting functions under the Grants Payable scope.

Responsibilities

• Process site payments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Run the accounting process for Grants Payable, including cash and project-specific reconciliations.
• Prepare reports required for tax and transparency reporting, including Sunshine Act reporting.
• Participate in the financial month-end closing process and address audit-related queries.
• Perform vendor master data maintenance and validation.
• Address site payment queries by liaising with the company bank and internal departments as required.
• Assist in tutoring new hires.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance or Economics (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of working experience in financial operations or accounting.
• Competence in building and owning relationships with vendors regarding invoicing and payments, including actioning on problematic cases.
• Qualified knowledge in the use of financial software applications and databases; relevant ERP experience is ideal.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Proficiency in all other MS Office applications is required for this position.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and self-motivation skills, with a focus on quality and reliability (getting it right the first time).
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear understanding of best business practices for this position, with a desire to continuously improve processes and internal controls.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including English language proficiency.
• Ability to be a self-starter and use initiative.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to interface appropriately with all levels of management.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

Compensation & Benefits

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Location

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