Senior Analyst, Disbursements

Location: Basking Ridge

At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society.

Job Summary This position is part of a team responsible for providing a quality end-to-end experience of the disbursements processes. This position is responsible for the accurate and timely processing and payment of accounts payable invoices and interfaces according to DSI policies. Coordination with purchasing, tax consultants, master data management team, payment specialist, employee requisitioner's, requestors and approvers are required on a daily basis.

Possesses accounting skills to understand integration between Accounts Payable transactions and the General Ledger. This role will serve as a subject matter expert for the SAP Vendor Invoice Management (VIM) solution, combining hands-on AP operations with system knowledge to support issue resolution, process improvement, and ongoing optimization of invoice and payment workflows. This position requires the ability to apply independent judgment and critical thinking skills to address difficult issues while meeting deadlines.

Receives and addresses escalated or complex questions and issues and escalates further where necessary and as appropriate to bring to timely resolution. Uses independent judgment to resolve escalated issues. This job also requires significant knowledge of T&E processing, corporate card programs, tax filings and related reporting.

Job Description Responsibilities Manage Accounts Payable process including invoices and providing support for all related activities as assigned Execution of vendor invoice processing through ERP and AP Automation systems according to company policies Uses discretionary powers to prioritize disbursement activities to optimize cash discount potential Ensure all invoices are simulated against SAP prior to routing for workflow approvals Ensure all foreign vendor invoices are routed to tax department prior to the requestors via automated workflow within Workflow application Support the payment processing by ensuring accuracy of banking information when processing invoices and working jointly with payment specialist and Master Data Management team in resolving issues.

Create payment proposals (Wire, Ach, Check and International Wire) ensuring timely and accurate payments for each invoice by verification of all key attributes. Communicate and resolve discrepancies. Execute payment runs.

Review and approve payment voids. Produce 1099 filings for federal and state electronically and distribute hard copy to all vendors via mail. Coordinate SAP yearly updates for new 1099 form requirements with IT department. Possesses strong knowledge of department policies and procedures as they pertain to the job function Communicates effectively with vendors on payment status requests, general inquiries and account discrepancies in a timely and professional fashion.

Support various audits by providing invoice and payment support. Perform SAP reconciliations (incl 1099 SAP report to AP ledger) and take corrective action as needed. Develops and provide training for new employees and on repetitive problems. Maintain files and documentation in accordance with company policy and accepted accounting practices Monitor vendor accounts to ensure payments are up to date Assists with month end closing processes including providing monthly AP accruals to finance.

Other duties as assigned such as patient reimbursement requests, PGC requests, interface file processing and reconciliations (UPS, Magnit, etc.), Expat taxes, etc. Cross-Functional Collaboration to resolve invoice processing issues and discrepancies Partner with Procurement, Finance, IT and business stakeholders to…