[Hiring] Global Accounts Payable Senior Analyst @Jazz Pharmaceuticals

Role Description

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Global Accounts Payable Senior Analyst to support the Global Accounts Payable function during a period of ongoing transformation and process enhancement. This role will partner closely with the on-shore Global Accounts Payable team, off-shore Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) provider, Procurement Operations, Treasury, Jazzicians and other key stakeholders to ensure the efficient processing of accounts payable transactions, support controls compliance, and drive operational improvements across the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process. The successful candidate will bring strong AP operational expertise, analytical skills, systems knowledge, and experience working in a global environment. This is a hands-on role focused on issue resolution, reporting, and supporting projects related to AP, Travel & Expense (T&E) activities. This position reports to the Associate Director, Global Accounts Payable.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Operations
  • Support daily global AP operations and act as a key liaison between Jazz stakeholders and the AP BPO provider.
  • Monitor AP workflows and support the timely resolution of invoice processing, payment, supplier, and accounting issues.
  • Support management of AP service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Investigate and resolve invoice exceptions, blocked invoices, duplicate payments, aging items, and vendor inquiries.
  • Partner with Procurement Operations to support improvements within the Source-to-Pay (S2P) process.
  • Assist in maintaining AP policies, procedures, process documentation, and internal control narratives.
  • Perform detailed analysis of AP data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Process Improvement & Project Support
  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, controls, and user experience within AP processes.
  • Support AP transformation initiatives and process standardization efforts.
  • Assist with development of training materials, user guides, and process documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Experience working in a shared services or outsourced service delivery environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, lookups, and data analysis.
• Experience preparing reports and presenting findings to business stakeholders.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance, internal controls, and financial processes.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and IT teams.
• Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational excellence.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a global environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-8+ years of Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay, or shared services experience.
• Experience supporting global AP operations in a multinational organization preferred.
• Experience working with outsourced providers or global service delivery teams preferred.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • SAP S/4HANA
  • Coupa
  • Microsoft Excel (advanced)

Preferred Experience

• Pharmaceutical, life sciences, or regulated industry experience.
• Experience supporting AP transformation or process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with e-invoicing solutions and AP automation tools.
• Experience supporting system implementation, testing, or enhancement projects.

Key Deliverables During Assignment

• Support stabilization and optimization of AP operations.
• Assist with invoice exception reduction and backlog management.
• Ensure timely resolution of AP, T&E, related issues.

Benefits

• Eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Flexible paid vacation