Finance Operations Specialist

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is a privately held, specialty pharmaceutical company that focuses on innovative products that meet the needs of underserved patients. As an industry leader in providing unique, accessible, and high-quality medications, Azurity leverages its integrated capabilities and vast partner network to continually expand its broad commercial product portfolio and robust late-stage pipeline. The company’s patient-centric products span the cardiovascular, neurology, endocrinology, gastro-intestinal, institutional, and orphan markets, and have benefited millions of patients. For more information, visit www.azurity.com.

Azurity Pharmaceuticals is proud to be an inclusive workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Azurity's success is attributable to our incredibly talented, dedicated team that focuses on benefiting the lives of patients by bringing the best science and commitment to quality into everything that we do. We seek highly motivated individuals with the dedication, integrity, and creative spirit needed to thrive in our organization.

Role summary

The Finance Operations Specialist is a key liaison between the finance department and the business's operational teams. This role combines hands-on responsibilities for operational finance processes, including vendor management and invoice processing, with a proactive business partnering approach to ensure financial accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, a strong problem-solver, and a collaborative communicator.

 Key accountabilities and responsibilities

Financial Operations and Controls:

• Manage the full procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle, including processing purchase orders (POs), verifying invoices, and ensuring timely payment to vendors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding PO and invoice-related queries, providing guidance and resolving issues promptly.
• Approve PO requests, ensuring correct general ledger (GL) and cost center coding in line with internal control processes and budget alignment.
• Oversee supplier statement reconciliation and liaise with the Accounts Payable team to resolve outstanding items.

Business Partnering:

• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams, such as Operations, Procurement, Marketing, and HR, to streamline finance processes.
• Provide financial support and guidance to non-finance colleagues, helping them understand their P&L impact and budget adherence.
• Conduct financial analysis on areas related to vendor spend, freight costs, and operating expenses, identifying cost drivers and potential savings.

Process Improvement:

• Identify inefficiencies in finance operational workflows and actively contribute to process enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Participate in ad-hoc finance projects and cross-functional initiatives aimed at improving efficiency and strengthening financial controls.
• Assist in training non-finance personnel on financial processes and systems to ensure company-wide compliance and accuracy.

Candidate requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA qualification or similar
• Ideally, 4+  years of experience in finance operations and accounts payable
• Experience in the pharmaceutical sector is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Systems Proficiency: Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday) is highly desirable, along with advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas).
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to investigate and resolve complex issues related to procurement and finance.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous approach to work, with a high level of accuracy in data entry and reconciliation.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with both internal colleagues and external vendors.
• Adaptability: Resourceful and flexible, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer

• A stimulating hybrid working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• The chance to work in a dynamic team and make a tangible impact on the company's operational efficiency.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

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