(CW) Accounts Payable Specialist (CONTRACT)

biomarin; San Rafael (CA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BioMarin is hiring an AP Specialist to manage the Accounts Payable processes for multiple entities. The role emphasizes timely invoice processing, query resolution, and collaboration with internal teams and an outsourced provider.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of SAP Ariba experience, 2+ years in AP, and familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred). The position is hybrid with 2 days in the San Rafael office and up to one year in duration.

Qualifications

• 1 year of SAP Ariba experience required.
• Experience in AP with high-volume invoicing in a large organization.
• Knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Oracle.

Responsibilities

• Manage AP queries and ensure timely responses within 48-hour SLA.
• Resolve invoices on hold and collaborate to address PO/invoice queries.
• Maintain Goods Received Not Invoiced (GRNI) reports and monthly tracking.
• Coordinate with outsourced provider on invoice processing and daily trackers.
• Be main contact for vendor phone queries and correspondence.
• Reconcile supplier statements and ensure data accuracy in the system.

Skills

SAP Ariba

AP Invoicing

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Who We Are

BioMarin is a leading rare disease biotechnology company focused on genetically defined conditions. Guided by our purpose to develop medicines that make a profound impact on people’s lives, our global teams have delivered a portfolio of therapies since our founding in 1997. Our revolutionary treatments for conditions like achondroplasia, PKU, CLN2, a form of Batten disease, and several forms of MPS offer new possibilities for patients and families who previously had few, if any, available options. More recently, with the close of the Amicus acquisition, our portfolio has expanded to include therapies for Fabry disease and Pompe disease, expanding our ability to reach more people living with rare genetic conditions.

Job Details

Hybrid: 2 days in San Rafael office, 3 days WFH

Contract: Up to one year

MUST HAVE: 1 year of SAP Ariba experience

Experience working in large well‑established organizations that have large monthly invoicing volume (5,000+ invoices per month).

About the Role

The Accounts Payable area is responsible for the timely and accurate payment of all vendor invoices. This is an exciting opportunity to join the AP team as an AP Specialist. Tasks will include managing some of our entities, answering internal queries and external emails, problem solving on the aging and on hold reports, and managing the GRNI report on a monthly basis.

Responsibilities

• Manage the AP query inbox for entities, ensuring we are within our 48‑hour SLA.
• Ensure invoices on hold are resolved timely.
• Work with internal colleagues to resolve invoice and PO queries.
• Manage the Goods Received Not Invoiced report.
• Work with an outsourced provider to manage invoice processing inbox, resolve issues, and maintain the daily tracker received from the provider.
• Be the main point of contact for phone queries.
• Work with vendors on invoice issues.
• Request statements from vendors and ensure they match the information on file in the system.
• Reconcile supplier statements.

Education & Experience

Experience in an AP department with at least 2 years of experience, knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Oracle, and experience with working with different entities. Strong communication and problem‑solving skills are key to this role.

Safety Responsibility

Support the organization’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

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. We will not discriminate on the basis of disability. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.