Accounts Payable Associate

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development

Type of Employment : 1 year Contract

Job Description:

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Ideally part‑qualified Accounting Technician or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis).
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience in account reconciliations and supporting financial reporting.
• Highly organized, with excellent administrative skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, taking full ownership and responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Positive attitude with a collaborative, team‑oriented approach.
• High emotional intelligence—including empathy, self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and a solution‑oriented mindset.
• Demonstrates agility, adaptability, and comfort working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong self‑motivation, eagerness to learn, and ability to apply knowledge effectively.
• Ability to handle internal and external queries, ensuring responses are accurate, appropriate, and provided within defined SLA/TAT timelines.
• Understanding of and adherence to GDPR requirements, ensuring confidentiality and proper handling of personal and financial data.
• Coordinate and ensure timely and accurate processing of Accounts Payable (AP) vouchers.
• Coordinate and ensure timely and accurate payments of AP vouchers.
• Manage, organize, and maintain AP documentation in line with statutory, audit, GDPR, and compliance requirements.
• Respond promptly to internal and external AP-related queries, ensuring clear, complete information within agreed SLA/TAT standards.
• Participate in AP process improvement, optimization, and re‑engineering initiatives as required.
• Maintain accurate knowledge of banking requirements and demonstrate experience using banking portals for payments and approvals.

What ICON can offer you:

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At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values.   We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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