Accounts Payable Trainee Specialist

FRA Apprentice Job Purpose (State in one sentence the overall objective of the job) The R2P Trainee Specialist supports the Accounts Payable process of assigned businesses ensuring quality, timeliness and effectiveness. This role will be required to work in multiple shift timings (including night shift) Major Accountabilities (Describe the main results of the job to be achieved ) Service Delivery: · Supports transitions and knowledge transfer · Provides services at expected levels with a clear customer service and escalates exceptions · Corresponds to internal and external inquiries · Manage day-to-day activities (modules to be assigned): Accounts Payable · Processing of PO and non-PO invoices, Credit Notes and Down Payments processing · Timely resolution of Invoices which have a price and quantity deviations and follow-ups including debit balances · Ensuring controls are in place and supports Payment Proposal reviews · Oversight of Goods Receipt / Invoice Receipt and timely clearing · Attend and resolve supplier inquiries via emails and calls Compliance · Ensure all processes, policies and procedures are clearly defined, fully documented Role Dimensions: Number of associates: None Financial responsibility: Indirect Impact on the organization: Low Key Performance Indicators (Indicate how performance will be measured: indicators, activities…) KPIs will be outlined in detail in the goal sheet Ideal Background (State the minimum and desirable education and experience level) Education Minimum:University degree, preferably Bachelor of Accounting /Commerce Experience requirement: Preferable - 0-1 years of relevant experience with an outsourcing or financial service organization. Experience supporting shared service functions desirable. Languages: Minimum: English (written and spoken) Specific Professional Competencies: Indicate any other soft/technical/professional knowledge and skills requirements Ability to work in strict deadlines Positive attitude with a focus on continuous process improvement SOX knowledge and clarity about accounting internal controls/audit Excellent MS Office skills and SAP knowledge is an added advantage ATTENTION: Current Alcon Employee/Contingent Worker If you are currently an active employee/contingent worker at Alcon, please click the appropriate link below to apply on the Internal Career site. Find Jobs for Employees Find Jobs for Contingent Worker Alcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and takes pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, or any other reason. Experience Level Entry Level