Bilingual Accounts Payable Coordinator (Mandarin, English)

Legend Biotech; Possumtown (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Legend Biotech in New Jersey is seeking a Bilingual Accounts Payable Coordinator to support financial processes across departments. This role requires proficiency in Mandarin and English, excellent customer service skills, and strong organizational abilities.

The successful candidate will manage invoice processing, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely responses to inquiries while supporting overall operational efficiency.

A Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in accounting or finance.
• Strong analytical skills are a must.
• Prior experience with Accounts Payable processing.

Responsibilities

• Support payment processing and prepare documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and respond to inquiries promptly.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Bilingual in Mandarin and English

Excellent customer service skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Bilingual Accounts Payable Coordinator (Mandarin, English)

• Full-time

Role Overview

The Accounts Payable Coordinator will be responsible for supporting departments across Legend Biotech to ensure invoices, purchase orders and payments are processed in a timely manner.

Major Responsibilities

• Support each functional area to fill payment form in OA system.
• Support the payment process by preparing supporting documentation for review and ensuring timely mailing of checks/reimbursement.
• Support the procurement process by maintaining accurate open purchase order listing, un‑invoiced receipt amounts, and supplier documentation.
• Maintain paper and electronic records accurately and timely to support efficient response to auditors and other stakeholders.
• Provide timely responses to supplier and employee inquiries.
• Assist with reconciliation of supplier statements.
• Collaborate with Accounting, suppliers and business stakeholders in support of on‑going operational efficiency efforts.
• Research and resolve discrepancies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably accounting or finance.

Experience

Working experience in the U.S. is preferred.

Key Capabilities, Knowledge, and Skills

• Bilingual in Madarin and English
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience handling a high workload volume while also knowing when to ask for help and ask questions when the information is unfamiliar.
• Strong organizational and communication skills is a must.
• Possesses personal and professional integrity.
• Ability to work well in a team environment as well as independently.
• Diligent and self‑motivated.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Prior experience with Accounts Payable processing.
• Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly adopt new systems and processes. Proficient in Excel, Word, and exposure to ERP Systems.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Legend Biotech USA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech USA Inc. maintains a drug‑free workplace.