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About the Role: Full responsibility for global Spark program invoicing process, including but not limited to being a SME and a global SPOC for all entities and parties involved in the process, issue resolution on behalf of the entities/countries, close cooperation with the Vendor on all invoicing related matters, ownership of relevant global controls. Recognizing and raising complex issues to management. Continuous improvement. Acting as Manager deputy in case of need. Key Responsibilities: .SME & SPOC for invoicing process of global recognition program Spark .Responsible for vendor offboarding/onboarding related activities and process implementation. Assisting legal entities with implementation of Spark vendor, guiding and helping with correct process set up, recognizing issues and engaging responsible support teams to provide solutions. .Following up on invoicing discrepancies in close cooperation with vendor, every day issue resolution. .Recognizing weak points in the billing process and actively participating on process improvements. .Raising and resolving issues in cooperation with other teams (P2P, R2R, etc.) to ensure that invoices are correctly posted, and paid within agreed payment terms. .Responding to queries from legal entities providing quality feedback in order to assure smooth billing process and timely approval & payment of vendor invoices. .Designing and performing sufficient global controls of vendor invoicing. Training new joiners and acting as main go to person for junior team members. Maintaining skills & knowledge of Global Mobility billing processes to step in as a back-up for Global Mobility Finance Manager in case of absence .As Recognition SME within Rewards function, the role may be expected to regularly contribute to other projects or topics in the compensation and benefits area as required. Diversity & Inclusion / EEO We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve. Minimum Requirements Essential Requirement: .3+ years of P&O vendor management experience (preferably in Rewards and Recognition or Global Mobility Process) .Strong exposure to cloud based HCM platforms with exposure to Finance, Invoicing, P2P processes Desirable Requirement: .Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot, Vlookup, basic formulas etc.), Word, PowerPoint, .Basic knowledge of accounting and financial process required.Intermediate SAP experience .Experience in data analysis and preparation of reports .Good attention to detail, task oriented .Good communication skills (spoken & written) .Capability to work under pressure and with deadlines (month closing) Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people\'s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: You\'ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams\' representative of the patients and communities we serve. Join our Novartis Network: If this role is not suitable to your experience or career goals but you wish to stay connected to hear more about Novartis and our career opportunities, join the Novartis Network here: No video provider was found to handle the given URL. See for more information.

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