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How you will make an impact: 
Global Business Services based in Manila, the Philippines are seeking a Lead P2P Accounting Subject Matter Expert, who is a master of accounting processes within Accounts Payable. 
This position is responsible for doing the analysis of the main Accounts Payable Accounts, such as AP Trade, GR/IR, Cash and other AP related accounts that belong to the different Thermo Fisher legal entities. It is expected to demonstrate knowledge of the whole P2P end-to-end process with extreme focus on root cause analysis and resolution on the aged balances towards having healthy trends on the accounts. 
This role is predominantly analytical, requires specialized training and involves the frequent exercise of discretion and judgment. Knowledge is generally acquired through an extended course of study and/or specialization through accumulated years of work experience, in accounting, finance or procurement. In this role the individual also applies professional knowledge to synthesize information and draw conclusions. 
What you will do: 
•    Drives reduction of aged items in the Account Payable ledgers
•    Takes the leading role to reduce GRNI in EMEA
•    Adheres to Internal & External Audit guidelines and provides reporting as requested.
•    Take the lead when escalations occur from internal or external clients, ensuring the best possible solution. 
•    Provides support to team members when disputes arise in scenarios of greater complexity and criticality.
•    Support the delivery of end user trainings
•    Drive continuous process improvement initiatives in the team and in all processes that flow through it
•    Perform GL reconciliations.
•    Performs special projects and ad-hoc reporting as required within the functional area
•    Connects and builds the network with other departments to leverage and share standard processes.
•    Works closely with the Control & Compliance team to make sure their relevant teams have a robust control environment.
How you will get here: 
Education 
•    University or College degree 
Experience 
•    6+ years of experience or Relevant working experience 
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 
•    Effective training skills and team building capabilities for rapid ramp-up of functional tasks within area of responsibility. 
•    Strong oral and written communication, presentation, conflict resolution skills. 
•    Experience leading process improvement projects leading to significant time or bottom line savings. 
•    Prior experience of work transition/system implementation a plus 
•    High attention to detail and accuracy as data entry is a critical component of role