EMEIA Accounts Payable Analyst

Senior Global Accounts Payable Specialist

Contract Type: 12-Month Temporary Contract | Start Date: 5th January 2026 | Location: Cork, Ireland

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Payable expert to act as a Subject Matter Expert with a distinct emphasis on SAP-based processes and complex EMEIA invoice processing.

As the Senior Global Accounts Payable Specialist, you will be pivotal in maintaining compliance and efficiency across the entire Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) cycle.

• Utilise your expertise in SAP to manage, analyse, and report on operational metrics, driving data-informed decisions. You will be the go-to person for navigating the system within the AP function.
• Manage the day-to-day processing, ensuring the timely and accurate handling of EMEIA invoices.
• Promptly addressing and resolving issues arising from rejected invoices.
• Proactively contacting vendors regarding outstanding invoices to maintain continuous workflow.
• Act as the subject matter expert for payments within the P2P cycle, ensuring strict adherence to all procurement, legal, and financial requirements.
• Oversee the creation and ongoing management of vendor accounts.
• Create and maintain Purchase Orders and monitor the trial budget against them, ensuring appropriate allocation based on patient enrolment figures.
• Lead operational metrics analysis and reporting from various ERP systems.
• Support the SOX & Operational Controls Lead for the finance & business support Teams, ensuring regulatory adherence and full compliance with internal documentation (GS Docs) processes.
• Review and ensure that standard operating procedures, aids, and reference documents are current and accurately published.
• Maintain an effective operational relationship through close liaison with third-party partners and internal business partners across all levels and disciplines globally.

• 2-3 years of demonstrable experience in a Global Accounts Payable (AP) or Senior P2P function within a high-volume role.
• Expert knowledge of SAP is a prerequisite for this role, alongside strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• A relevant associate's degree or demonstrably equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience within a highly compliance-driven environment, with the ability to strictly comply with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
• Exceptional analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail when managing complexity.
• A strong capacity for effective, clear communication and active listening within a global team setting.
• Fluency in English is required. A secondary language is an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and monitor dynamically changing priorities, adjusting your workload effectively.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment while also being capable of working independently.