Cost & Profitability Accountant - Global SSC

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; San Juan; On-site; PHP 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany is seeking a cost accounting analyst to support profitability analysis for assigned entities within a global Shared Service Center. You will collaborate with local Finance and Controlling teams to ensure accurate overhead cost data and timely reporting.

Responsibilities include month-end close, maintenance of cost allocations, and audit liaison. Strong English, a related degree, and 2–3 years of experience are required, with willingness to work in BGC, Taguig,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field required.
• 2–3 years of experience in accounting/finance with full-cycle cost accounting and profitability analysis.
• Experience within a Shared Services Center preferred.
• Experience with Cost Accounting and Profitability Accounting.
• Fluent English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support cost accounting and profitability analysis for assigned entities in a global Shared Service Center.
• Partner with local Finance and Controlling teams to provide operational and analytical support in cost accounting and profitability reporting.
• Manage and execute cost accounting maintenance and posting activities to ensure an accurate and timely view of overhead costs for controlling analysis and business decision-making.
• Maintain cost accounting allocation, ensuring compliance with global guidelines and data integrity requirements.
• Execute period-end closing activities (monthly, quarterly, and annual) in accordance with international standards and company guidelines.
• Prepare and support the delivery of financial and management reports required during period-end close.
• Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of cost accounting and profitability reporting outputs.
• Serve as the primary liaison for internal and external auditors; prepare comprehensive audit schedules, pre-audit analyses, and resolve complex audit queries.
• Ensure all processes strictly adhere to internal controls, Group accounting policies, and local statutory regulations.
• Track relevant operational metrics and contribute ideas that improve close performance, data quality and stakeholder experience.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training documentation.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or related field

Tools

SAP CO-OM

CO-PA

Reporting tools

Job description

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany is seeking a cost accounting analyst to support profitability analysis for assigned entities within a global Shared Service Center. You will collaborate with local Finance and Controlling teams to ensure accurate overhead cost data and timely reporting.

Responsibilities include month-end close, maintenance of cost allocations, and audit liaison. Strong English, a related degree, and 2–3 years of experience are required, with willingness to work in BGC, Taguig,