Grants Payable Specialist New

NetVerks Inc.; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 450,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Grants Payable Specialist to manage site and investigator payments and related accounting tasks. The role supports tax and transparency reporting, month-end closings, and vendor data maintenance to ensure accurate financial records.

Ideal candidates have a degree in Finance or Economics and at least 3 years in financial operations, with ERP and Excel expertise. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Economics or equivalent and at least 3 years of working experience in financial operations or accounting.
• Competences required to build and own relationship with vendors with regards to invoicing and payments, including actioning on problematic cases.
• Qualified 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.

Responsibilities

• Process site payments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Run the accounting process for Grants Payable, including cash and project specific reconciliations.
• Prepare reports required for tax and transparency reporting, including Sunshine act reporting.
• Participation in financial month-end closing process and address audit-related queries.
• Perform vendor master data maintenance and validation.
• Deal with site payment queries, liaising with the company bank and WCT departments as and when required.
• Assistance in tutoring for new hires.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication

English proficiency

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Deadline-driven

Education

Finance or Economics degree

Tools

ERP experience

MS Excel

Job description

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we're driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to…

Join a global Contract Resource Organization (CRO) where innovation meets purpose. At Worldwide Clinical Trials, we're driven by a shared commitment to improving lives through high-quality clinical research. Our teams are empowered to think creatively, take ownership, and deliver meaningful work that helps bring life-changing therapies to patients around the world. With more than 4,000 professionals across the globe, we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, growth is encouraged, and every contribution makes an impact. Whether you're building your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to learn, grow, and help shape the future of clinical research.

SUMMARY

The Grants Payable Specialist role covers site and investigator payment processing and accounting functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Process site payments in a timely and accurate manner.
• Run the accounting process for Grants Payable, including cash and project specific reconciliations.
• Prepare reports required for tax and transparency reporting, including Sunshine act reporting.
• Participation in financial month-end closing process and address audit-related queries.
• Perform vendor master data maintenance and validation.
• Deal with site payment queries, liaising with the company bank and WCT departments as and when required.
• Assistance in tutoring for new hires.

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 Finance or Economics or equivalent and at least 3 years of working experience in financial operations or accounting.
• Competences required to build and own relationship with vendors with regards to invoicing and payments, including actioning on problematic cases.
• Qualified 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.

DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE

We love knowing that someone is going to have a better life because of the work we do. Discover the Difference at Worldwide Clinical Trials. Explore additional opportunities on our careers page, visit http://www.worldwide.com/careers, or connect with us on LinkedIn.