Associate, Accounts Payable

Worldwide Clinical Trials; Thiruvananthapuram; Sur place; INR 450 000 - 650 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Worldwide Clinical Trials in Kerala, India, seeks an Accounts Associate to handle invoicing, billing, and vendor payments within our finance team.

You will support AR and AP processes, reconcile statements, assist audits, and ensure compliance with internal policies.

The role requires a numerate degree, ERP and Excel proficiency, and the ability to work under pressure with accuracy.

Qualifications

• Degree in a numerate discipline preferred or equivalent with at least 1 year of finance or accounting experience.
• Advanced knowledge of financial software applications and databases.
• ERP experience and strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines with high accuracy.

Responsabilités

• Prepare and render invoices to sponsors/clients for services and reimbursements.
• Reconcile Billing, A/R, and related reports; assist audit and statutory filings.
• Process vendor bills/credit notes; code, VAT, and taxes; reconcile supplier statements.
• Identify process gaps and work with supervisor to resolve; support annual external audit.

Connaissances

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivation

Formation

Degree in a numerate discipline

Outils

MS Excel

ERP experience

Description du poste

Who We Are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

Who We Are

We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.

We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.

Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.

Why Worldwide

We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands‑on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!

• SUMMARY: The Accounts Associate prepares the full spectrum of the vendors/clients invoice processing and accounting function respectively. The job holder may work within either the Accounts receivable or the Accounts Payable teams.* * * *RESPONSIBILITIES:* _Tasks may include but are not limited to:_ Accounts Receivable: Be professional in charge of preparing and rendering invoices to sponsors/clients, encompassing services, pass-through cost reimbursements and grants; Assistance with timely preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of Billing, A/R and other related reports followed up with the review and analysis; Reconciliation of unbilled services/reimbursable expenses and deferred revenue/advance expenses on the balance sheet Ensure proof of compliance of pass-through expenses to internal policies and client requirements; Helps identifying process gaps and expedites their resolution through consultation with supervisor; Assist as needed with annual corporate external audit and with statutory corporate tax filings. Accounts Payable: Be professional in charge of processing vendor bills/credit notes, including basic coding, fixed assets, prepayments, VAT and other taxes; Reconcile Supplier statements including actioning on discrepancies; Resolves vendor queries, escalating where required Provides proof of compliance of payable documents to internal policies and client requirements; Assistance with timely preparation, maintenance and reconciliation of A/P ageing, unposted/unapproved transactions and other related reports followed up with the review and analysis; Helps identifying process gaps and expedites their resolution through consultation with supervisor; Assist as needed with annual corporate external audit and with statutory corporate tax filings. Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. *OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: * Strong organizational and self-motivation skills, coupled with a relentless passion for quality and reliability to “get it right the first time”. Candidate also needs to be able to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Clear understanding of best business practices with respect to this position, with a desire to continuously improve processes and internal controls. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to clearly and concisely present information, including English language proficiency. Be a self-starter and have the ability to 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. *REQUIREMENTS:* Degree in a numerate discipline preferred or possess a degree (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of working experience in finance or accounting Advanced knowledge in the use of financial software applications and databases. Ideal candidate will also have relevant ERP experience. Strong Microsoft Excel skills are essential. Proficiency in all other MS-Office applications will be requisite for this position. Promotion to the next level is not automatic based on years of experience. Personnel are evaluated on proven competency, level of responsibility, and ability to work independently.

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do.

Worldwide is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed and, to that end, we prioritize attracting diverse talent and cultivating an inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and creativity. We know that when our employees feel appreciated and included, they can be more creative, innovative, and successful. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, military status, or other class protected by applicable law.