T&E Senior Analyst

Pfizer

  • Escazú, San José
  • Permanente
  • Tiempo completo
  • Hace 8 horas
POSITION SUMMARYThe GBS (Global Business Services) Enterprise Services - T&E CoE Senior Analyst is responsible for managing end-to-end Travel & Expense (T&E) operations, driving process optimization, and ensuring compliance with internal policies..The Sr Analyst supports team operations, oversees corporate card and manual payment programs, and ensures accurate financial reporting and cash forecasting. Resolves escalations, manages aged items, and partners with stakeholders to enhance controls and streamline workflows. Contributes to strategic projects and continuous improvement aligned with digital finance goals.The T&E CoE is undergoing transformation; duties and responsibilities for this role may change up to 50%.POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Process Management & Optimization:
  • Owns end-to-end resolution of T&E processes.
  • Identifies and implements improvements aligned with digital finance goals.
  • Ensures compliance with SOPs and updates documentation as needed.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Provides T&E support and resolution to Pfizer colleagues.
  • Delivers T&E training and policy guidance.
  • Team Leadership & Support:
  • Distributes and monitors team workloads effectively.
  • Provides training and guidance to new team members.
  • Serves as the first point of contact for escalations, resolving issues collaboratively.
  • Performance & Strategy:
  • Maintains and exceeds performance metrics.
  • Supports GBS value proposition through process standardization and control enhancement.
  • Applies strategic and analytical thinking to drive results.
  • Project & Initiative Execution:
  • Leads or participates in small projects and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Assists T&E CoE Specialists and contributes to special projects requiring creativity and analysis.
  • Corporate Card & Cash Payment Oversight
  • Manage and monitor corporate card transactions and manual cash payments to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Support market-specific card programs, including onboarding, training, and issue resolution.
  • Manual Payment Request Processing
  • Review, validate, and process manual payment requests ensuring accuracy and timely execution.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to resolve discrepancies or incomplete submissions.
  • Cash Forecasting
  • Prepare and maintain accurate cash forecasts by analyzing payment trends, upcoming obligations, and historical data.
  • Partner with Treasury and Finance teams to align forecasts with liquidity planning.
  • Aging & Delinquency Management
  • Lead the reconciliation and follow-up process for aged and delinquent items.
  • Coordinate with relevant departments to clear outstanding balances and ensure timely resolution.
  • Financial Booking & Reporting
  • Ensure accurate and timely financial bookings related to corporate card and cash transactions.
  • Prepare and analyze accrual reports to support month-end and quarter-end close activities.
  • Issue Resolution & Stakeholder Support
  • Act as the primary point of contact for payment-related issues, ensuring swift resolution and stakeholder satisfaction.
  • Liaise with banks, card providers, and internal teams to troubleshoot and resolve escalations.
  • Compliance & Process Improvement
  • Ensure adherence to internal controls and compliance standards.
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation in payment workflows.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
  • All T&E CoE and Enterprise Services Teams within GBS (Global Business Services)
  • RM&C
  • Corporte Audit
  • Sourcing Procurement
  • Pfizer Colleagues
  • MEET Team
  • Corporate Audit
  • Global and local compliance
  • Finance Market Operational Leads
  • Business Finance
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s degree or in progress in Business, Accounting, or Finance.
  • 3-5 years experience in related roles such as Customer Service, Shared Service Center, Procurement, Finance, Accounts Payable, Help Desk, Travel and Expense. Experience with Procure-to-Pay processes, coaching skills, and advanced error resolution methods.
  • Proficiency in PC skills (MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps) required.
  • Good written and verbal English communication skills required, any other language if required by the business
  • Portuguese (Desirable).
  • Mandarin (Desirable)
  • Other Languages (Based on Business needs)
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
  • Digital Proficiency: Advanced command of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams within the O365 ecosystem.
  • Finance & Accounting Expertise: Deep understanding of financial principles and accounting standards, with hands-on experience in multinational corporations and shared service environments.
  • ERP Systems Mastery: Subject Matter Expert in SAP, ARIBA, ServiceNow, and Concur, with proven ability to optimize workflows and troubleshoot system issues.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building and maintaining productive relationships with cross-functional teams, vendors, and senior leadership.
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets and resolve operational challenges effectively.
  • Communication & Customer Service: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive and customer-focused approach to service delivery.
  • Reporting & Analytics: Proficient in developing dashboards, tracking KPIs, and leveraging business intelligence tools to support strategic decision-making.
  • Audit Management: Experienced in coordinating and supporting internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory and corporate standards.
  • Project & Process Improvement: Familiar with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Lean Six Sigma) and committed to driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Time & Priority Management: Adept at managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.
  • Training & Development: Experienced in onboarding, mentoring, and training team members to enhance performance and knowledge transfer.
  • Critical Scenario Handling: Capable of navigating high-impact situations with composure, strategic thinking, and effective resolution planning.
PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Standard Finance and Accounting Office work
  • Ability to travel to attend meetings domestically and Internationally
Work Location Assignment: HybridEEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) & Employment EligibilityPfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, or disability. Finance & Accounting

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