Job Description

AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development, and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world\'s most serious diseases. But we\'re more than one of the world\'s leading pharmaceutical companies. At AstraZeneca, we\'re proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives - and are made to feel valued, energised and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.Global Business Service Data Office (GDO) mission is to provide accessible, robust data services within Finance to make it a work class data driven function contributing to AstraZeneca\xe2\x80\x99s ability to deliver life-changing medicines. As an operational arm of GBS Data Office, the Data Management Team (DMT) is responsible for data maintenance in the systems of record within Finance. This covers the creating, amending, and blocking of core master data objects to support our business processes and reporting solution. The team is offering global support across geographies to response to requests and to process them in a timely manner and efficient way.As a successful role holder, you will be supporting the master data operations in Data Management Team Kuala Lumpur operations to ensure data maintained is accurate, complete, and up-to-date in supporting smooth business operations. This role reports directly to Master Data Team Lead/Manager. In Data Management Team, 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 ResponsibilitiesSupport Team manager on performance of the Data Management Team on assigned master data area i.e., finance data to achieve efficient processing and effective team working.Monitor daily services delivery including managing priorities.Maintain acceptable service levels according to SLA and escalate for unusual circumstance which require special handling.Review the KPI metrics related to the function and provide commentaries and root cause analysis where required for further discussion with the Global Data ManagerTake the lead in issue resolution on BAU operational matters.Take lead in process improvement and productivity initiatives. These include updating and reviewing DMT process documentation.To participate and support on sub project groups based on the initiative driven by tower lead.Support and enabling people learning, development and career progression.Helps new joiners to successfully settle into their new role in their stream.Helps existing team member to be effective and undergo smooth transitioning across changes of process, tools, system, or even new structure of the team.Build and sustain effective engagement with local business to deliver performance and implement best practice.Ensure a high level of understanding of the local business requirements and implement and operate financial controls and governance to a standard that ensure SOX, Financial Controls Framework and Audit requirements are met.Essential RequirementsYou have a Degree in Business or any related field.You have a 3-5 years working experience in Account Payables/ Account Receivables/Record to Report or solid understanding of master data.Sound accounting fundamentals and data analysis knowledge.Proficient in the use of SAP system. Understanding SAP dictionaries especially: Chart of accounts, Cost Elements and Cost Objects. Added advantage if have understanding on Vendors, Customers and Bank branches.Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English.Knowledge in visual basic and macros is an added advantage.At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s 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\xe2\x80\x99re 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.Date Posted 16-Aug-2024Closing Date 30-Aug-2024AstraZeneca 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 authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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