Sr. Spclst, Fin. Planning & Analysis

Merck; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia is seeking a Finance Professional to drive simplification and automation initiatives within the FP&A team. This role requires over 5 years of FP&A experience, strong analytical skills, and familiarity with tools like Power BI. The candidate will collaborate across regions to support key financial processes and ensure effective reporting. This position offers opportunities to influence financial operations and deliver impactful insights.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance/Accounting, CPA or equivalent preferred.
• Preferably more than 5 years of relevant FP&A experience.
• Familiarity with accounting principles and financial statements.

Responsibilities

• Drive simplification/automation initiative within FP&A.
• Lead the monthly latest estimate process for sales.
• Support regional FP&A team during forecast cycles.

Skills

Quantitative/analytical skills

Strong interpersonal/communication skills

Project management skills

Knowledge of data visualization techniques

Experience in reporting tools such as Power BI

Education

Degree in Finance / Accounting

Tools

Power BI

BPC

SAP

Job description

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities of this role are:

• Work as a key member to drive the simplification/automation initiative within the FP&A pillar and support FP&A Pillar leads to drive effective, standardized and simplified reporting for AP region and markets including continuous improvements on APAC dashboards;
• Coordinate the work in the KL COE team, including providing needed guidance and support to the COE team members, driving optimization initiatives on centralized activities and market support models
• Drive the implementation/enhancement of various automated performance tracking: monthly P&L reporting, franchise reporting, in-market performance through Power BI or other automation tools
• Lead the monthly latest estimate process for sales and provide consolidated views for management review
• Responsible for all process related to price volume analysis
• Support regular deliverables for regional FP&A team, such as consolidation of reports, templates and preparation of presentation deck to management
• Support regional FP&A team during forecast cycles on market consolidation and key HHI deliverables
• Work as finance business partner for Winrevair and Lagevrio
• Support regional team on financial simulation and analysis for Business Development projects
• Lead or facilitate FP&A better practice sharing across markets and regions

Qualifications:

• Degree in Finance / Accounting, CPA or equivalent preferred; Familiarity with accounting principles and financial statements
• Preferably more than 5 years of relevant experience, with FP&A experience mandatory
• Experience in using reporting tools such as Power BI is preferred
• Knowledge of data visualization techniques and best practices is preferred
• Strong quantitative/analytical skills and experience with BPC and SAP highly desired
• Strong project management skills and experience of managing automation or simplification projects is preferred
• Strong interpersonal/communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Innovative mindset and strong desire to challenge status quo
• Strong leadership and ability to drive changes and process improvements
• Ability to work across multiple time zones and cultures

Merk & Co., Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer.