Staff, P2P (Procure-to-Pay) Payable Finance Solutions, Takeda Business Solutions, Japan
Osaka, Ōsaka Job ID R0180319 Category Finance Subcategory Corporate Functions Business Unit Corporate Functions Job Type Full timeBy clicking the “Apply” button, I understand that my employment application process with Takeda will commence and that the information I provide in my application will be processed in line with Takeda’s Privacy Notice and Terms of Use. I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of my knowledge.
Job Description
Please note that this job requires business-level Japanese speaking, writing, and reading skills.
タケダの紹介
タケダは「世界中の人々の健康と輝かしい未来に貢献する」ことを企業の存在意義（パーパス）としています。そして目指す未来を共有しながら、一人ひとりが自分の可能性を引き出し、お互いの個性を認め合う、多様性にあふれた先進的な組織作りに取り組んでいます。私たちと一緒に、世界中の人々のいのちに貢献し、さらなる成長と活躍を目指しませんか。
タケダはグローバルな研究開発型のバイオ医薬品のリーディングカンパニーです。従業員は創業時から受け継いできたタケダの価値観であるタケダイズム（誠実＝公正・正直・不屈）を道しるべとしながら、患者さんに寄り添い（Patient）人々と信頼関係を築き（Trust）社会的評価を向上させ（Reputation）持続可能な事業を発展させる（Business）を日々の行動指針としています。
”Better Health for People, Brighter Future for the World” is the purpose of a company. We aim to create a diverse and inclusive organization where people can thrive, grow and realize their own potential while enabling our purpose. We continue to innovate and drive changes that will transform the lives of patients. We’re looking for like-minded professionals to join us.
Takeda is a global values-based, R&D-driven biopharmaceutical leader. We are guided by our values of Takeda-ism, which has been passed down since the company’s founding. Takeda-ism incorporates Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance, with Integrity at the core. They are brought to life through actions based on Patient-Trust-Reputation-Business, in this order.
OBJECTIVES
Takeda Business Solutions (TBS) is a global function and key business partner for Takeda. TBS is committed to creating an exceptional experience where you feel supported & confident in our solutions, across Finance, Procurement and HR. We create value for the business by freeing up employees’ time to better focus on patients and core operations. TBS is a driver of the latest technology and next generation capabilities in artificial intelligence, robotics, automation, and analytics, while being agile at scale. We have established a global network of core hubs and delivery centers to better anticipate needs and operate in a seamless, collaborative way.
The position being described, Payable Finance Solutions Staff role, reports directly to the Payable Finance Solutions Lead (TBS-J PS-PFS Lead). The position is accountable for delivering solutions related to Invoice Payment process.
To aim Operational Excellence, need to collaborate with Global TBS Procurement Solutions team, and TBS-Japan other team. To be fully accountable for our performance, consider Automation by implementing Digitalization (Generative AI/ Robotic Process Automation) to business processes and promote saving for each department end user and own team members.
ACCOUNTABILITIES
[Major Responsibilities]
Design and maintain Invoice payment process using Invoice Track system, other tools and solutions.
Investigating the issues or inquiries from TBS PFS - AP team and responding to inquiries from requesters regarding invoice payment process (in cooperation with the TBS Solution Hub team, which handles primary reception).
Responding to technical issues with Invoice Track system in cooperation with global and IT staff.
Continuous improvement on a global scale based on the concept of global harmonization.
Checking compliance (legal and accounting requirements for invoices) related to invoice payment process and improving by coordinating with each business unit requesters and vendors.
Continuously improving productivity and improving people experience by promoting optimization, standardization, and efficiency of invoice payment processes and systems to be best in class based on the current and future needs of the business.
Promoting automation by implementing digitalization (AI/RPA) in business processes
Updating the invoice Payment operation manuals or other documents.
CAPABILITIES
【Competencies】
Innovative mindset but balance between challenges and risks
Resilience to drive results.
Change management capability.
Unwavering integrity with confidence and self-awareness
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with key business stakeholders.
Drive for results, Engage others, Lead change, Develop capabilities.
【Skills & Knowledge】
Required:
Business-level proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin or Taiwanese) and Japanese
Basic Accounting knowledge, especially in Accounts Payable area
Communication and interpersonal skills
Practical experience of ERP systems (e.g. SAP Finance module, Ariba Guided Buying, Invoice track)
Understanding of controls and SOX compliance
Solutions mindset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including conflict management skills.
Project management methodologies (e.g. Agile solution development)
Continuous Improvement methodologies (e.g. Lean Six Sigma)
Preferred:
People management experience to motivate and grow others based on talent and capabilities.
Deep understanding of Source To Pay (S2P) end to end process.
Operational Finance experience (e.g. Master Data Management, Treasury)
Knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry
Business-level English proficiency
タケダのDE＆I
Better Health, Brighter Future
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary:
Allowances: Commutation, Housing, Overtime Work etc.
Salary Increase: Annually, Bonus Payment: Twice a year
Working Hours: Headquarters (Osaka/ Tokyo) 9:00-17:30, Production Sites (Osaka/ Yamaguchi) 8:00-16:45, (Narita) 8:30-17:15, Research Site (Kanagawa) 9:00-17:45
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, National Holidays, May Day, Year-End Holidays etc. (approx. 123 days in a year)
Paid Leaves: Annual Paid Leave, Special Paid Leave, Sick Leave, Family Support Leave, Maternity Leave, Childcare Leave, Family Nursing Leave.
Flexible Work Styles: Flextime, Telework
Benefits: Social Insurance, Retirement and Corporate Pension, Employee Stock Ownership Program, etc.
Important Notice concerning working conditions:
It is possible the job scope may change at the company’s discretion.
It is possible the department and workplace may change at the company’s discretion.
