(CW) Accounts Payable Analyst (CONTRACT)

biomarin; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

BioMarin is seeking a contract Accounts Payable Analyst in San Rafael, CA for a one-year assignment. The role is hybrid, with 2 days in the office and 3 days remote, and will focus on reconciliations, reviewing complex AP transactions, and supporting month-end close activities.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years AP experience, knowledge of Oracle and SAP Ariba, and strong Excel skills. You will apply sound control concepts, diagnose issues, and collaborate with finance teams to improve accuracy and

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• 1-2 years accounts payable experience.
• Strong knowledge of core accounting concepts.
• Familiarity with control concepts (segregation of duties, verification).
• Experience diagnosing and resolving issues.

Responsibilities

• Manage account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across AP and related accounts.
• Review and process complex AP transactions while ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Determine root cause for invoice/supplier issues. Submit and track IT tickets, initiate meetings and work with internal support staff to resolve invoicing/supplier issues.
• Backup to AP Mailbox Coordinator when they are out of the office.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including clearing account discrepancies and variance analysis.
• Investigate AP exceptions, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the AP Manager in refining processes and improving accuracy in reporting.
• Develop and document best practices for reconciliation and AP workflows.
• Any special projects/tasks assigned by management.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Oracle

SAP Ariba

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Summary

This is a contract role expected to last for 1 year.

Work Arrangement

Hybrid - 2 days in San Rafael office, 3 days WFH.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies across AP and related accounts.
• Review and process complex AP transactions while ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Determine root cause for invoice/supplier issues. Submit and track IT tickets, initiate meetings and work with internal support staff to resolve invoicing/supplier issues.
• Backup to AP Mailbox Coordinator when they are out of the office.
• Assist with month-end close activities, including clearing account discrepancies and variance analysis.
• Investigate AP exceptions, identify trends, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the AP Manager in refining processes and improving accuracy in reporting.
• Develop and document best practices for reconciliation and AP workflows.
• Any special projects/tasks assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance or Accounting preferred.
• 1-2 years Accounts Payable Experience.
• Strong knowledge of core accounting concepts.
• Knowledge of control concepts (segregation of duties, verification, security, etc.).
• Ability to exercise good judgement and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in diagnosing, isolating, and resolving issues, and recommending and implementing strategies to resolve problems.
• Experience in Oracle and/or SAP a plus.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• 1 year of SAP Ariba experience.
• Experience working in large well-established organizations that have large monthly invoicing volume (5,000+ invoices per month).

Ireland Safety Responsibility

Support the organisation’s commitment to environmental protection, injury prevention, and continual improvement of EHS management systems. Actively contribute to a safe and environmentally responsible workplace by identifying hazards, reporting incidents and participating in EHS initiatives and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.