Supplier Data Analyst 1175 views

Data Maintenance is part of the Finance Controllership function focused on the management of supplier and employee master data, on-boarding and updated controls, and data accuracy of all supplier/employee payment master records.

This position is responsible for coordinating and processing data creation and change requests, ensuring that all active supplier records have undergone appropriate controls and the supplier/employee data recorded in the core payment systems is accurate.

• Manage incoming requests to set-up, monitor and maintain supplier and employee master file information in Oracle and Ariba platforms
• Act on and follow up the open requests (Ask Now tickets) in a timely manner, to ensure queries are completed within an agreed timeframe (SLA)
• Act as the primary contact for business queries, provide guidance and support regarding process steps
• Working with Procurement and Risk functions to align process requirements
• Co-ordinate the on-boarding of new suppliers, including;
• check and validate data, complete due diligence
• data entry/supplier set-up in core systems
• recording of entry and exit from specialist due diligence
• controls to ensure compliant bank a/c set-up
• Provide ongoing reporting to determine the in-flight status of on-boarding or data change activity
• Provide periodic reporting to demonstrate the performance of the function
• Monitor and report on new and in-flight work (ticket) status
• Complete and maintain data maintenance process documentation

Qualifications

• Background in Finance, Audit, Risk or Compliance with focus on operational controls
• Experience of finance systems use – Oracle and Ariba, desired but not a must
• Excellent analytical ability, problem-solving skills
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• A highly motivated, confident and organized individual
• Excellent time management skills, sense of urgency, able to prioritize
• Ability to work with all levels of the organization and communicate effectively
• Strong sense of process improvement
• Works well under pressure when working to tight deadlines
• Clear and concise communication
• Good Excel and data manipulation skills