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At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do.
Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.
Parexel is seeking a Purchase Order Specialist to join one of our key pharma FSP programs! As a Purchase Order Specialist, you'll ensure smooth financial operations across our organization by managing critical PO processes in SAP. Your attention to detail and collaboration skills will directly impact our company's financial health and operational efficiency.
Job Summary
This role is responsible for managing the complete lifecycle of Purchase Orders (POs) in SAP, including creation, maintenance, and reconciliation. The position serves as a key liaison between scientific team, Finance, and Procurement teams, ensuring accurate financial tracking and timely invoice processing.
Description of Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for creating, maintaining, and reconciling Purchase Orders in SAP for Payments
- As needed, run a spending report from SAP to see if an invoice has been submitted for a clinical scientist to determine if a monthly or quarterly accrual is required
- Consulting with scientists, Finance, and Procurement on contracts
- Corporate audit support
- Answer queries from internal and external customers regarding ARIBA system issues
- Participate in year-end PO maintenance activities including carryover POs, etc.
- Run actuals reports weekly out of SAP and update project spending trackers
- Coordinate content of cloud-based document management systems in support of scientific activities
- File purchase order related documents and materials in designated locations
- Other duties as defined by management
Minimum FTE Years of Experience
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills with the ability to excel in high performance teams and/or a matrix organization
- Minimum of 1 year of financial industry experience
Educational Requirement
- High School diploma is required
Location
- US (EST hours required)
EEO Disclaimer
Parexel is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status, which in the US includes race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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