Access & Affordability Senior Associate

Access & Affordability Senior Associate at Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Job Function Market Access, Reimbursement Job Description We are searching for the best talent for an Access & Affordability Senior Associate in Toronto. The Sr. Associate will assist in providing support for complex reimbursement issues, collaborate with team members, develop and maintain reimbursement support materials, oversee BioAdvance programs, perform compliance and financial reconciliation, and apply project management skills to manage project scope, quality, schedule, budget, resources, and risk. The role requires flexibility, an understanding of public and private payor systems in Canada, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. You Will Be Responsible For Providing support for complex reimbursement cases, researching eligibility, coverage, and payer criteria. Collaborating with payers and the Janssen Access team to resolve reimbursement challenges efficiently, generating monitoring reports and providing data to approved stakeholders. Assisting in standardizing and developing processes across the Reimbursement Centre of Excellence and BioAdvance field team for SOPs, templates, and process maps. Leading and performing invoice reconciliation of high-dollar operational invoices, ensuring validation approvals as per financial audit requirements. Tracking overall reimbursement metrics to facilitate collaboration and signaling with Access teams, identifying trends and utilization patterns. Supporting the BioAdvance Professional Development team to inform regional managers and BACs about new SOPs and renewal processes. Acting as a resource and mentor for Reimbursement Analysts and regional managers, sharing best practices for navigating reimbursement landscape. Overseeing execution and monitoring of Access & Affordability programs for Immunology and Oncology portfolios, including invoice reconciliation and key financial controls. Participating in training sessions and educational initiatives to enhance team knowledge on reimbursement landscape and payer requirements. Preparing and delivering clear, concise presentations and reports to leadership, internal teams, and external stakeholders. Qualifications Education Undergraduate degree in Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Business, or a related field. Required A minimum of 2 years experience in patient support programs, insurance navigation, reimbursement, or related healthcare/financial roles. Proactive problem-solver capable of working independently. Adaptable to changing healthcare landscapes and reimbursement policies. Excellent detail-oriented organizational and project management skills with proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and process development. Analytical mindset with ability to see the broader impact. Customer-focused with ability to build collaborative relationships. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex reimbursement information to diverse audiences. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Preferred Experience in team support or coordination roles. Experience with data management tools or CRM systems. Strong understanding of healthcare compliance standards related to reimbursement, billing, and financial controls. Bilingual in English and French. Up to 5% national travel may be required. Office-based position with computer work. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to its employees worldwide. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual, respecting diversity and dignity. If you require any accommodation during recruitment, let us know, and we will work with you to ensure full participation. #J-18808-Ljbffr