Associate Accounting Business Partner

Merck Group; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group is seeking an Associate Accounting Business Partner to join our finance team in the Philippines. You will review and approve accounting entries, oversee accruals, and ensure accuracy of financial statements for one or more entities.

You will liaise with CFOs and stakeholders across regions to explain variances and drive financial integrity. The role requires a CPA with at least 8 years of experience in ERP environments, strong English communication, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Qualified CPA with at least 8 years of experience in accounting and finance.
• Experience in an ERP-based accounting & finance environment.
• Track record in a multinational company with matrix organization and cross‑regional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve accounting entries, journals, adjustments, and write-offs.
• Oversee accrual processes and PO/non-PO purchases.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of books of accounts; maintain P&L, BS, cash flow.

Skills

CPA qualification

ERP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Education

CPA certification

Tools

ERP software (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Job Title: Associate Accounting Business Partner

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:

• Review & approve accounting entries, journals, reversals, adjustments, corrections, reclassifications, write-offs/back that are accounted monthly.
• Oversee accrual processes – employee-related costs, open purchase order commitments, non-PO purchases, etc.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of the books of accounts.
• Custodian of books of accounts – own the Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Notes & Commentaries for the legal entity.
• Address queries from CFO (country/region) and business stakeholders (non-finance).
• Analyze YoY and QoQ variances; write commentary on drivers during quarter-close periods.
• Review & approve GL account reconciliations for balance sheet accounts monthly (prepared by Sub-ledger/GL/AR/AP teams).
• Handle & complete statutory audits, tax audits, transfer pricing audits within timelines; coordinate with auditors and related teams (GL, AR, AP, controlling, Actuaries, Group accounting, Group controlling) to provide inputs for audit queries.
• Participate in ERP deployments – URS, UAT, post go-live issues through finance hyper-care; collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Contribute to projects such as IFRS/US GAAP implementations, changes in accounting policies and their financial impact, review & approve annual restatements of financial statements, and finance transformation initiatives.
• Share industry best practices on accounting and finance topics.

Who You Are:

• Qualified CPA with at least 8 years of experience in accounting and finance, including end-to-end finalization of books.
• Experience in an ERP-based accounting & finance environment.
• Track record in a multi-national company with matrix organization; experience with US/EU/ME/APAC stakeholders; fluent in English with ability to understand various accents.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines and deliver high-quality output.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Ability to handle ambiguity confidently.
• Self-starter, quick learner, independent worker.
• Adaptable to change with a transformation mindset.

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!