Accounts Payable and Travel Expense Specialist

Opportunity for Secondment to AskBio

Were pleased to share an exciting secondment opportunity at AskBio. This role is available for a time period to be determined by leadership at both Bayer and AskBio. While most assignments range from one to two years the exact duration will be based on business needs and mutual agreement.

This secondment offers a unique chance to broaden your experience expand your knowledge and contribute meaningfully to AskBios mission: to advance gene therapy and change the lives of patients around the world.

If youre interested in exploring this opportunity we encourage you to:

• Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals.

• Apply directly using the link provided in the posting.

We look forward to seeing how our colleagues continue to grow and make an impact across the Bayer-AskBio partnership.

Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.

Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform peoples lives.

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Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive professional to support Accounts Payable operations via Coupa and to oversee travel and expense activities through Concur. This hybrid role ensures timely processing policy compliance and user support while contributing to vendor relations reporting and departmental projects.

This position will report to the Lead AP & Treasury.

Job Responsibilities

A/P Processing (Coupa):

• Process supplier invoices and credit memos accurately and efficiently in Coupa.

• Monitor and resolve invoice discrepancies matching issues and approval delays.

• Collaborate with procurement and business units to ensure proper coding and PO compliance.

• Review & process weekly payment batches.

• Maintain vendor records and ensure compliance with company policies.

• Maintain vendor records and support new supplier onboarding including retention of W-9 & W-8 Tax forms.

• Generate reports and metrics related to A/P performance and aging.

• Provide documentation support for annual financial audits.

• Assist with additional departmental tasks as needed.

Travel & Expense (Concur):

• Administer the Concur platform including user setup policy configuration and system maintenance.

• Review and audit expense reports for accuracy and policy compliance.

• Process travel and expense reimbursements timely.

• Resolve discrepancies and communicate with employees to ensure proper documentation and compliance.

• Monitor expense submissions and escalate issues as necessary.

• Provide training and guidance to employees on travel and expense procedures.

• Serve as a point of contact for escalated user inquiries.

• Generate reports and analyze expense data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

• Create and maintain user documentation and FAQs.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance Business Administration or related field

• 3 years of experience in Accounts Payable and/or Travel & Expense administration

• Proficiency in Coupa and Concur platforms

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and expense management policies

• Excellent communication organizational and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook)

• Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently or collaboratively

• Strong interpersonal skills with a positive customer-focused mindset

• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive approach to problem-solving

• Supports departmental growth and evolving company needs

• Capable of managing competing priorities effectively

Preferred Education Experience and Skills

• Experience in a global or multi-entity organization

• Familiarity with NetSuite ERP

• Background in the Life-Sciences Industry

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