Senior US Controller Specialist - Hybrid AI Finance

MSD Malaysia; Rahway (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits (401(k))

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a Senior Specialist in the US Controller organization to oversee controllership, financial reporting, and internal controls for US entities.

You will supervise daily accounting activities, coordinate month-end closes, and partner with Tax, Treasury, and external auditors to ensure accurate reporting. The role emphasizes process improvement, automation, and the use of AI tools to streamline workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2-4 years of progressive accounting experience with coordination and guidance.
• Working knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and communicate with stakeholders in a matrixed organization.
• Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Interest in adopting AI/automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day accounting and controllership activities for US entities.
• Review intercompany activity and monitor balance sheet integrity.
• Coordinate with business partners to research financial results and resolve issues.
• Support assigned monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities in US GAAP.
• Coordinate with auditors and external parties for accurate reporting and disclosure.
• Drive adoption of automation and AI to streamline processes.

Skills

Intercompany Accounting

Internal Control System

Internal Control Framework

Financial Data Reporting

Financial Forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

APPIAN

Blackline

Job description

Merck & Co., Inc. in Rahway, NJ, seeks a Senior Specialist in the US Controller organization to oversee controllership, financial reporting, and internal controls for US entities.

You will supervise daily accounting activities, coordinate month-end closes, and partner with Tax, Treasury, and external auditors to ensure accurate reporting. The role emphasizes process improvement, automation, and the use of AI tools to streamline workflows.