Job Description Summary
The GRIR Sr specialist is responsible for the overall operational activities within GRIR Account for LATAM Countries by executing the reporting, accounting/finance related matters, clean ups, write offs, to mitigate any financial risk.The position requires a customer centric, diligent, hard-working individual with proven experience in Finance areas. The role acts as an Operational Subject Matter Expert to deliver the daily operation, month end activities and customer support.
Job Description
Sandoz continues to go through an exciting and transformative period as a global leader and pioneering provider of sustainable biosimilar and generic medicines. As we move forward on this new and ambitious path, unique opportunities will arise, both professionally and personally. Join us—the future is in our hands!
Key Responsibilities:
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- Support a strong control environment, follows-up on audit issues and supports to implement correcting measures.
- Develop root-cause analysis to improve the level of service, quality and effectiveness of the operation in close collaboration with line manager and peers. This position is measured by GRIR KPIs (open items).
- Ownership and maintenance of GRIR Account.
- Collaborate closely with the business and the P2P Business Partner, Accounting department and our posting team in order to decrease and mitigate financial risk.
- Support Record to Report team on MEC matters regarding the accounting information.
- Participate and assist in driving the knowledge management process including the development of user manuals, knowledge bases, GRIR trainings, FAQs, etc.
- In charge of prepare, present and drive BSR conversations with CFO.
- Prepare GRIR Monthly account reconciliation.
- Follow up on PO items > 90 days with PO owner, requester, guaranteeing actions plans in order to close open items.
- Responsible to prepare and sent to approving WO according to LSI and the Local Instructions.
- Reviewer/ Execution for sensitive transactions MR11, MRBR, MIGO and FBRA.
- Document process/exceptions in accordance with internal controls and audit requirements.
- Invoice processing around 200 invoices per month.
- Act as GRIR point of contact and Business Partner for Ecuador, supporting local stakeholders and driving timely resolution of open items and risk mitigation activities.
Qualifications:
- A degree in Business Administration or Accounting is mandatory.
- 3-5 years of financial experience, Accounts Payable any other related finance field.
- Spanish & English (advance written and spoken). 3rd language is a plus.
- Experience in MS suite, excel advance, SAP (mandatory requirements).
- In-depth knowledge of Accounts Payable or Finance processes and system solutions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-national, matrix organization.
- Proactive, detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable, customer service orientation, professional attitude, reliable.
Why Sandoz?
Generic and biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global pharmaceutical industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million treatments to patients in over 100 countries in 2024. Through investments in new development capabilities, production facilities, acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients access high-quality, affordable medicines in a sustainable way. Our open and collaborative culture is powered by talented and ambitious colleagues in an agile and collegial environment with impactful, flexible, and hybrid careers—where diversity is welcomed and personal growth is supported.
Commitment To Diversity And Inclusion
We are committed to creating an exceptional and inclusive work environment and diverse teams that represent the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders, Building Effective Teams, Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Financial Accounting, Financial And Management Reporting, People Development, Process Optimization, Resource Allocation, Understanding Value DriversSkills Required
- Degree in Business Administration or Accounting
- 3-5 years financial experience (Accounts Payable or related)
- Advanced Spanish and English (written and spoken)
- Experience with Microsoft Office, advanced Excel skills
- SAP experience (mandatory)
- In-depth knowledge of Accounts Payable / finance processes and systems
- Experience working in a multi-national, matrix organization
- Ability to prepare and present BSR conversations with CFO and drive stakeholder resolution
- Third language
- Proactive, detail oriented, customer service orientation
Sandoz Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Sandoz and has not been reviewed or approved by Sandoz.
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage are consistently described as core components across U.S. roles and materials. Feedback suggests the medical offering is broad and a standard pillar of the package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match described as generous is commonly included for U.S. roles. This savings support is positioned alongside other primary benefits as part of total rewards.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity eligibility is noted for many positions and a global all‑employee share program is being introduced from 2026. These elements add upside beyond base salary and annual bonus.
Sandoz Insights
What We Do
Sandoz is the global leader in generic and biosimilar medicines. Our Purpose is to pioneer access to medicines for patients globally. We are on a mission to drive innovation in the healthcare industry by freeing up resources sustainably and responsibly while continuing to address global health challenges such as antimicrobial resistance. We are present in more than 100 countries and our medicines serve some 500 million people every year. We have two main global businesses: Generics - divided between standard generics and complex generics - and Biosimilars.
