Merz Pharmaceuticals LLC in
Manager, Accounts Payable
Merz Pharmaceuticals LLC in, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601
Overview
Step into the future with Merz Therapeutics, a private, family-owned company committed to an inclusive culture and a long-term view of making a difference for the common good. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, we’re seeking a candidate who aligns with this mission. Manager, Accounts Payable
is responsible for overseeing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role leads a team of AP professionals, drives process improvements, ensures compliance with internal controls, and partners cross-functionally to support business operations. We are seeking candidates with experience in leading an Accounts Payable team, overseeing daily AP operations, attention to detail, and compliance with company policies and IFRS guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with AP month-end close procedures Manage the AP department’s month-end and year-end close activities related to AP Oversee and execute month-end closing of the AP subledger Complete weekly and month-end reconciliations including GRIR Execute clearings for AP clearing accounts for ACHs, Checks, and wire payments Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable Operations
Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments Support HCP (Healthcare Professional) & Grant payments and ensure compliance with internal policies Review, approve, and execute weekly and monthly payment runs, including ACH, wire transfers & foreign currency payments Maintain and improve internal controls in AP processes Research, analyze, and resolve vendor inquiries Support other AP processes as required to support both the U.S. and Canada for the Therapeutics North American business
Own & Manage the Concur Travel Expense Approval & Reporting Process
Review and approve Concur Travel Expense reports Ensure travel & expense report compliance with the Merz Global Travel Policy and local policies as required Lead monthly trainings for new employees
Prepare recurring and ad hoc audit schedules as requested Provide supporting data and explanations as needed Support and prepare sample requests to support internal and external auditors Further tasks & Special Projects
Oversee and manage AP function for the integration and acquisition of new businesses acquired Monitor KPIs and prepare reports for AP performance and metrics
Support Process Improvement & Automation Efforts
Lead process improvement support to automate AP processes to support the growth of the Therapeutics organization including software implementation support for new systems and artificial intelligence (AI) tools for both the U.S. and Canada Support financial reporting tools including ERP implementations and SAP projects
Collaborate and Engage
Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and other departments to resolve issues and improve workflows
Job Related Qualifications/Skills
Education 4 year degree required Professional Experience 7+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable, including 3+ years in a leadership role required Industry experience in Pharmaceuticals, biotech, or life sciences preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (incl. languages) Intermediate to Expert proficiency in SAP or similar ERP system required Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) required Knowledge of Methods Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills preferred Personal Skills (required) Time management Effective communication Ability to work independently and as a team member Ability to lead a process or team and to mentor other colleagues in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Recruitment Note: Merz Therapeutics only sends emails from verified “merz.com” addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of Merz Therapeutics, please contact Therapeutics.HR@merz.com Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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Step into the future with Merz Therapeutics, a private, family-owned company committed to an inclusive culture and a long-term view of making a difference for the common good. If you’re looking to immerse yourself in a passionate team rooted in community, connection and camaraderie, we’re seeking a candidate who aligns with this mission. Manager, Accounts Payable
is responsible for overseeing the full-cycle accounts payable process, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports. This role leads a team of AP professionals, drives process improvements, ensures compliance with internal controls, and partners cross-functionally to support business operations. We are seeking candidates with experience in leading an Accounts Payable team, overseeing daily AP operations, attention to detail, and compliance with company policies and IFRS guidelines. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist with AP month-end close procedures Manage the AP department’s month-end and year-end close activities related to AP Oversee and execute month-end closing of the AP subledger Complete weekly and month-end reconciliations including GRIR Execute clearings for AP clearing accounts for ACHs, Checks, and wire payments Lead day-to-day Accounts Payable Operations
Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments Support HCP (Healthcare Professional) & Grant payments and ensure compliance with internal policies Review, approve, and execute weekly and monthly payment runs, including ACH, wire transfers & foreign currency payments Maintain and improve internal controls in AP processes Research, analyze, and resolve vendor inquiries Support other AP processes as required to support both the U.S. and Canada for the Therapeutics North American business
Own & Manage the Concur Travel Expense Approval & Reporting Process
Review and approve Concur Travel Expense reports Ensure travel & expense report compliance with the Merz Global Travel Policy and local policies as required Lead monthly trainings for new employees
Prepare recurring and ad hoc audit schedules as requested Provide supporting data and explanations as needed Support and prepare sample requests to support internal and external auditors Further tasks & Special Projects
Oversee and manage AP function for the integration and acquisition of new businesses acquired Monitor KPIs and prepare reports for AP performance and metrics
Support Process Improvement & Automation Efforts
Lead process improvement support to automate AP processes to support the growth of the Therapeutics organization including software implementation support for new systems and artificial intelligence (AI) tools for both the U.S. and Canada Support financial reporting tools including ERP implementations and SAP projects
Collaborate and Engage
Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and other departments to resolve issues and improve workflows
Job Related Qualifications/Skills
Education 4 year degree required Professional Experience 7+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable, including 3+ years in a leadership role required Industry experience in Pharmaceuticals, biotech, or life sciences preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (incl. languages) Intermediate to Expert proficiency in SAP or similar ERP system required Intermediate to Advanced proficiency in MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) required Knowledge of Methods Excellent analytical, organizational and communication skills preferred Personal Skills (required) Time management Effective communication Ability to work independently and as a team member Ability to lead a process or team and to mentor other colleagues in a fast-paced, high-volume environment Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Merz Therapeutics we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Recruitment Note: Merz Therapeutics only sends emails from verified “merz.com” addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of Merz Therapeutics, please contact Therapeutics.HR@merz.com Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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