At VIATRIS, we see healthcare not as it is but as it should be. We act courageously and are uniquely positioned to be a source of stability in a world of evolving healthcare needs.
Viatris empowers people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life.
We do so via:
Access – Providing high quality trusted medicines regardless of geography or circumstance;
Leadership – Advancing sustainable operations and innovative solutions to improve patient health; and
Partnership – Leveraging our collective expertise to connect people to products and services.
Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the Senior Accounting Associate role will make an impact:
Is responsible for processing and post customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions in a timely manner. Update receivables by totaling unpaid invoices and verifying the validity of account discrepancies by obtaining and investigating information from sales, Collections, Customer service departments, and customers. Research, resolve, and apply all cash receipts, ACH and wire payments. Analyze, and resolve customer payment discrepancies. Communicate with customers to resolve payment issues and obtain necessary documents. Research to identify, resolve and communicate customer accounts receivable issues. Perform job functions in accordance with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), federal and state laws, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, health authority regulations, and departmental processes.
Key responsibilities for this role include:
Ensure all assigned duties are performed within the guidelines of Viatris' internal controls, policies, and procedures.
Monitor and review customer account payments pending to be process.
Process and reconcile account receivables and remittances.
Investigate customer deductions (e.g., pricing discrepancies, promotional allowances, chargebacks) to validate legitimacy and ensure proper documentation.
Coordinate with internal teams (Sales, Pricing, Contracts) to resolve discrepancies promptly.
Review and research disputed invoices or payments, identify root causes, and provide resolution strategies.
Validate credit memos and ensure accurate posting to customer accounts.
Create regular reports to accurately track financial information.
Develop a solid understanding of customer policies and procedures relating to AR towers and adherence to Customer and/or State agreement’s verbiage.
Read and interpret customer and/or state agreements to ensure payments are applied accurately and contractually compliant.
Work collaboratively with other departments and Local Stakeholders within organization.
Proactively build in lead time to execute payments within compliance boundaries (due dates).
Provide Management Summary Level Reports data.
Provide Support in any other O2C activities.
Leads and/or participates in special projects as assigned. Help with the trainings of new employees as needed.
Perform other Ad-Hoc duties as assigned by TL, Manager or Lead.
The minimum qualifications for this role are:
Extensive knowledge of job-related aspects and other functional areas within the department.
Strong knowledge of computerized accounting environments.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Experience with LATAM markets (preferred).
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Ability to analyze, summarize, and present large volumes of data clearly and concisely.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain effective business relationships at all organizational levels.
Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines.
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.
Extensive experience with SAP and Flex (preferred).
Operates in a semi-autonomous capacity.
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
2–4 years of relevant experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret complex business and technical documents.
Ability to write comprehensive reports and detailed business correspondence.
Ability to communicate ambiguous concepts with managers and directors.
Ability to present to groups across the organization.
Portuguese proficiency (preferred).
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to perform calculations such as percentages, ratios, and rates.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve complex problems using independent judgment and analysis.
Strong deductive reasoning skills with no prescribed procedures.
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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