Lead General Ledger Expert - MEC & ERP Innovator

Merck Group; Taguig; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck Group in Manila seeks an experienced Senior GL Accountant to drive financial ownership and reporting rigor within the Manila Shared Service Center.

You will lead the Month-End Close (MEC) for complex entities, manage high‑level GL activities, and ensure SOX/ICFR compliance while mentoring junior staff and partnering with cross‑functional teams to improve processes, including ERP upgrades. Based in BGC/Taguig with mid-night shift possibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required.
• Master’s degree or CPA accreditation highly preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in General Ledger accounting operations.
• Experience with IFRS, GAAP, and tax regimes required.

Responsibilities

• Lead MEC and close processes for complex entities with strict deadlines.
• Manage high‑complexity GL activities, including accruals and payroll accounting.
• Oversee GL master data integrity and high-risk account reconciliations.
• Support internal/external audits and ensure SOX/ICFR compliance.
• Mentor junior GL accountants and develop SOPs and training docs.

Skills

Fluent English

Excel

Automation experience

MS Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/accounting

Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting or CPA

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Excel

Job description

Merck Group in Manila seeks an experienced Senior GL Accountant to drive financial ownership and reporting rigor within the Manila Shared Service Center.

You will lead the Month-End Close (MEC) for complex entities, manage high‑level GL activities, and ensure SOX/ICFR compliance while mentoring junior staff and partnering with cross‑functional teams to improve processes, including ERP upgrades. Based in BGC/Taguig with mid-night shift possibilities.