R2R Associate Analyst - Month End Close

The Programme

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. 
 
You will be responsible for carrying out transaction processing activities within a specified process area to meet the needs of both internal and external customers.  
 
As part of your tasks in daily accounting activities and month-end close, you will also ensure quality and accurate delivery of services within agreed guidelines as well as participate in process improvement initiatives outlined in our company and R2R team scorecard. 
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver professional and consistent service to customers. 
• Perform various tasks related to handling transaction processing within well-defined guidelines, including resolving basic queries and investigations in a timely manner in the area of R2R. 
• Carry out all reporting requirements accurately and within specified timescales. Analyzes the accounting entries, identify and resolve issues with supervision. Prepares and produces monthly reports as assigned, highlight and rectify any identified anomalies. 
• Support the development/changes in systems, transactions and processes. This includes preparing and updating process documentation. 
• Work collaboratively with internal customers and stakeholders. 
• Support R2R Team Lead in activities to enhance the effectiveness of the team. This includes helping new joiners to successfully settle into their new role in their stream. 
• Ensure compliance with key controls as identified in the FCF/SOX documentation. 
• Generate and compile KPI metrics related to R2R function at month end, and as/when required.

Required Skills and Abilities

• You have a Degree in Accounting & Finance/ ACCA or equivalent. 
• You should have 1-2 years of accounting work experience. 
• Fresh graduates are also encouraged to apply. 
• Knowledge and experience in SAP, Oracle or other ERP systems. 
• Experience of working in a shared service center across a global /large organization 
• Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English and Mandarin.

Closing Date - 02-Sept-2023. 
 
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.