Merck Group

Senior Specialist Controlling

Merck Group  •  Darmstadt, DE (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description

Work Your Magic with us!

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Your Role:

In your role as FP&A Manager and Digital Expert in Group Controlling, you will be at the heart of our financial performance management activities, driving strategic insight across the organization through the state of the art usage of data.

You will be responsible for:

  • Championing the use of AI and automation tools within the FP&A team, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance analytical capabilities
  • Delivering high-quality management reporting and variance analysis to senior leadership and key stakeholders with the help of technology
  • Supporting translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations that support executive decision-making
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure financial transparency and alignment
  • Supporting ad-hoc strategic projects

Who You Are:

  • You hold a degree in Finance, IT or Data Science or a related field
  • You bring 5+ years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or a related finance function, preferably with exposure to a corporate group structure
  • You have hands-on experience applying AI tools, automation, or advanced analytics in a finance context — whether through tools like Python, Power BI, Tableau, Copilot, or similar platforms
  • You demonstrate high learning agility — you embrace change, pick up new technologies quickly, and actively seek smarter ways of working
  • You possess strong communication and storytelling skills
  • You are a collaborative team player who builds trusted relationships across functions and hierarchies
  • You have a track record of successful project management experience, ideally based on agile methodologies
  • Fluency in English is required

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

Merck Group

About Merck Group

This channel is not intended for U.S. and Canadian visitors. Merck operates in the U.S. and Canada as EMD Serono in Healthcare, MilliporeSigma in Life Science and EMD Electronics in Electronics. An unaffiliated and unrelated company, Merck & Co., Inc., Kenilworth, NJ, US holds the rights in the trademark MERCK in the U.S. and Canada.

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We are Merck, a leading global science and technology company headquartered in Germany.

We are curious explorers, courageous pioneers, and ingenious inventors. Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Life Science, Healthcare, and Electronics.

Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and the planet.

We believe in the positive power of science and technology. It has determined our actions since 1668 and inspires us to continue researching for a future worth living. As a family-owned company with over 350 years of experience, we stand for sustainability, responsibility, and innovative strength.

We take pride in being a diverse and inclusive company that values and fosters the talents and abilities of our employees. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Work your Magic and join Merck.

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Industry
Chemicals & Materials
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Darmstadt, DE
Year Founded
Unknown
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