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Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Bilanzbuchhalter / Senior Specialist Accounting

Financial AccountingPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Completed commercial vocational training with further education as a Bilanzbuchhalter (IHK), or a completed business administration degree specializing in accounting and tax.
  • At least 5 years of relevant accounting experience at an internationally operating company or in auditing; regulated-environment or pharmaceutical-industry experience is an advantage.
  • Strong knowledge of HGB accounting and good knowledge of US GAAP or IFRS.
  • Very good user skills in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications, and practical experience using AI-assisted tools safely and responsibly.
  • Extensive SAP knowledge, particularly in FI and AA; CO and MM knowledge is advantageous.
  • Very good spoken and written German and English.
  • Independent, structured, solution-oriented working style and strong analytical skills.
  • Strong prioritization ability, sense of responsibility, integrity, communication skills, and teamwork.
  • Competence in virtual collaboration and modern communication, and ability to work reliably and effectively in a geographically distributed team.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under US GAAP and HGB for assigned entities or areas of responsibility.
  • Apply deep subject-matter expertise to complex accounting and valuation matters, including provisions and restructuring, deferred taxes, inventory valuation, and revenue.
  • Support and monitor accounts payable processes in close cooperation with the Shared Service Center and local departments.
  • Support fixed-asset accounting and CAPEX/fixed-asset processes in close cooperation with the Fixed Assets Center of Excellence and relevant internal stakeholders.
  • Serve as the contact for auditors, tax advisers, tax auditors, and Internal Audit in assigned areas.
  • Prepare audit documentation, answer complex technical questions, and implement audit findings.
  • Act as Finance Business Partner for operational areas, such as Engineering, Operations, Procurement, projects, and managing directors.
  • Coordinate constructively and reliably with Corporate, Controlling, Tax, and Audit.
  • Provide subject-matter support and guidance to team members, and structure onboarding and quality assurance for delegated work.
  • Continuously improve, standardize, and automate processes and controls, including targeted use of AI-assisted applications for analysis, quality assurance, and efficient handling of recurring tasks.
  • Participate in cross-functional projects, harmonization initiatives, and system, process, and AI implementations; identify suitable use cases and support the introduction of new digital solutions.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a regulated environment or the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 Copilot and Power BI.
  • Knowledge of SAP CO and MM.

About the Company

Merck

Makes medicines, vaccines and animal treatments

Merck develops prescription medicines, vaccines and veterinary treatments for patients, health systems and animal owners worldwide. Its vaccine portfolio includes Gardasil 9, which helps prevent cancers and other diseases caused by several types of human papillomavirus. The company takes potential treatments through laboratory research and clinical trials, then manufactures and sells approved products to drug distributors, hospitals, physicians and governments. Its animal health division sells medicines and vaccines to veterinarians, farmers and pet owners, while selected drug partnerships also earn shared profits or royalties. Founded in 1891, Merck is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Rahway, NJ
Founded
1891

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