Associate Analyst I

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world’s most serious disease. But we’re more than one of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies.

We are trusted partners who are connected and integrated across the global enterprise, working closely with all functions from Commercial to Manufacturing. It opens up greater development opportunities for more responsibility on a global scale.

Join a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run effectively and harness our transformative science. We’re on a journey of growth and evolution – to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients.

As a successful role holder, the person carries out transaction processing activities within a specified process area to meet the needs of both internal and external customers in accordance with agreed service levels and in compliance with internal controls and procedures.. This role reports directly to Master Data Team Lead. Master Data Management Team is responsible for the maintenance of SAP master data for AstraZeneca globally. We work internationally through teams in Cluj, Guatemala, Kuala Lumpur, Lublin, New Delhi and Warsaw. We manage approximately 20 different dictionaries, for 170 AstraZeneca subsidiaries in 5 SAP instances. Each month we manage around 100 000 transactions on data of vendors, customers, credit limits, cost elements and alike.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver professional and consistent service to customers. Support in resolving Local Country inquiries for GDO DMT function.  
• Perform various tasks related to, and established for, handling master data processing within well-defined guidelines, including resolving basic queries and investigations in a timely manner in GDO DMT.  
• Carry out all master data requests accurately and within specified timescales. Where necessary, analyze the work items, identify and resolve issues with supervision.  
• Support the development/changes in systems, transactions and processes. This includes preparing and updating process documentation.  
• Support in process improvement and productivity initiatives. These include updating and reviewing GDO DMT process documentation.
• Work collaboratively with internal customers and stakeholders.  
• Support team lead and team members in activities to enhance the effectiveness of the team. This includes helping new joiners to successfully settle into their new role in their stream.  
• Ensure compliance to key controls as identified in the FCF/SOX documentation.  
• Generate and compile KPI metrics related to GDO DMT function at month end and as/when required.  
• Able to support any ad hoc activities

Essential Requirements

• You have a Degree in Business or any related field.
• 1-2 years working experience in Account Payables/ Account Receivables or solid understanding of master data is an added advantage.
• Sound accounting fundamentals and data analysis knowledge.
• Proficient in the use of SAP and MDG system. Understanding SAP dictionaries especially: Vendors, Customers and Bank branches will be an added advantage.
• Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English. 
• Where required, proficiency in a Japanese will be an added advantage. 

At AstraZeneca we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We’re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. We only employ individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorisation and employment eligibility verification requirements.