JOB DESCRIPTION:
About Abbott Ireland Financial Services – Cherrywood, Dublin
Abbott’s EMEA Finance Shared Services Centre commenced operations in Cherrywood in October 2015.
From this location, the Finance Shared Services provides processing and expertise—in local languages—to Abbott divisions and affiliate companies across EMEA.
The core services include:
Record to Report
Order to Cash
Source to Pay
The Financial Shared Services hub is part of Corporate Finance with regional counterparts in the US and APAC.
Position Summary
The Regional PTP Analyst is responsible for supporting end‑to‑end Accounts Payable activities for EMEA SSO entities, including oversight and support to outsourced partners.
This role acts as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for their region, supports business partners, manages escalations, assists internal and external audits, and ensures ongoing control compliance.
This would be a 13-month Contract for a maternity cover.
Key Responsibilities
1. Point of Contact & Operational Oversight
Point of contact for outsourced partner and business partners.
Outsource partner first point of contact for troubleshooting issues related to invoice processing.
Work with an outsource partner to resolve issues—including control issues—to ensure smooth processing.
Support Genpact in resolving IDoc and payment errors.
Monitor internal reports & controls to ensure Genpact compliance with all KPIs & SLAs.
Collaborate with local markets to ensure timely issue resolution.
Ensure DTPs are maintained and checked regularly.
Keep management informed of issues and escalate where required.
2. AP Reporting Requirements
Ensure aged items are monitored for markets across EMEA.
Contact key stakeholders to clear aged balances and escalate when required.
Run aged AP Vendor reports and GRIR; review with outsource partner to ensure resolution.
Follow up on vendor debit balances.
Provide month-end reporting to the Business, RTR, and FP&A.
3. Internal Controls & Compliance
Prepare reports for monthly/quarterly internal control checks.
Resolve issues arising from internal control reviews and work with SSO management for timely closure.
Act as point of contact for AP requests during external & internal audits.
Ensure processing adheres to standards, policies, and service level expectations.
Monitor compliance with the Global Travel & Expense Policy and identify improvement opportunities.
4. Dashboards & Reporting
Prepare monthly & quarterly site decks with commentary.
Participate in quarterly divisional reviews.
Join monthly stakeholder calls.
Assist in follow‑up actions arising from site reviews.
Manage KPIs to measure, control, and benchmark AP processes.
Continuously improve process design with focus on simplification, standardization, quality, and cost reduction.
5. Strategic Projects & Ad‑Hoc Support
Support strategic projects as assigned and provide recommendations.
Support EMEA SSO with ad‑hoc projects and activities.
6. Cross‑Functional Support
Collaborate with other Shared Service departments for month‑end activities.
Minimum Education
BA degree in Business or Accounting
Minimum Experience
3+ years AP or Accounting experience
Recent experience in an SSO environment (preferred)
Experience with 3rd‑party outsource providers (preferred)
Skills & Attributes:
Strong financial and analytical background
Highly organized and detail‑oriented
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact at various internal/external levels
Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
Continuous improvement mindset
Logical thinker; able to see both holistic and detailed process perspectives
Self‑starter; able to work independently and maintain high productivity
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
Preferred Experience
Concur
SAP
Other non‑SAP ERP platforms
Proficient in Excel & Power Bi
Experience with Business Intelligence Reporting Tools
Languages:
English required
Other European language preferred
What We Offer
Attractive compensation package that includes competitive pay and structure Bonus, as well as benefits such as
Private Health Insurance for you and your family
Occupational Pension Scheme with an excellence contribution rate
Life assurance
Career Development
Growing business plus access to many more benefits
Luas stop right outside the building
Underground parking available
Onsite canteen
The base pay for this position is
N/AIn specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Accounts Payable & Receivables, Credit & Collection, & Payroll
DIVISION:IFO International Finance
LOCATION:Ireland > Dublin : Block G, Cherrywood, Cherrywood Business Park
ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:
WORK SHIFT:Ie - Cw 37.5A (Ireland)
TRAVEL:No
MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not Applicable
SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Not Applicable
