Sr. Specialist, Audit

Merck; Rahway (NJ); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Long-term incentive

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement

Job summary

Merck is seeking an experienced Internal Audit professional to join our Audit and Assurance Services team. You will execute financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, and may lead small audit teams, reporting findings to senior leadership.

A Bachelor’s in Accounting and CPA are required, with 3+ years in internal audit or public accounting. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, travel up to 25% (domestic and international), and a comprehensive benefits package including medical,

Qualifications

• CPA is required.
• 3+ years of work experience in internal audit, public accounting, or general accounting.
• Experience with audit methodology and internal controls.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of IT and ability to use various applications and systems.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Participate in execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits.
• Lead small audit teams when required.
• Partner with colleagues to complete assigned audit work.
• Execute audit programs and work papers per quality standards and timelines.
• Present plans, findings, and status updates to clients and leadership.
• Collaborate on audit reports describing control concerns, risks, and recommendations.
• Support department projects and ensure results are realized.
• Maintain professionalism and independence.

Skills

Accounting

Asset Accounting

Contract Audits

Data Analysis

Finance Analytics

Financial Analysis

Financial Reporting

General Accounting

IT Systems

IT Auditing

Internal Audit Development

Internal Control Testing

IS Audit

Preparation of Financial Reports

Tax Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Job description

Job Description

Our company's Audit and Assurance Services primary purpose is to provide value-added independent and risk-based audit and assurance services.

Position Overview / Function And Responsibility

• Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated and process audits, both domestic and abroad to ensure a strong internal control environment is maintained at our company.
• On occasion, will be expected to lead small teams of auditors.
• Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work.
• Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines.
• Present audit plans, findings, and general status updates to Clients, CAD, and the Vice President of Internal Audit, as directed by the AIC.
• Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations.
• Participate in department projects and ensure the actualization of the specified results.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting.

Required Experience And Skills

• A minimum of 3 years of work experience in internal audit, public accounting, or general accounting.
• CPA Required
• Experience with audit methodology and internal controls.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as MCAAS colleagues.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Understanding of information technology and ability to use various applications and systems.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work within a team as well as independently.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task are essential to the position.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time.

Preferred Experience

• Big 4 or Regional Accounting Firm Experience.

Our Support Functions deliver services and make recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the culture of our organization. Our Support Functions include HR, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Procurement, Administration, Facilities and Security.

Required Skills

• Accounting
• Asset Accounting
• Contract Audits
• Data Analysis
• Finance Analytics
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Management Reporting
• General Accounting
• Information Technology (IT) Systems
• Information Technology Auditing
• Internal Audit Development
• Internal Control Testing
• IS Audit
• Preparation of Financial Reports
• Tax Compliance

US And Puerto Rico Residents Only

Our company is committed to inclusion, ensuring that candidates can engage in a hiring process that exhibits their true capabilities.

Requirements

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. As a federal contractor, we comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For more information about personal rights under the U.S. Equal Opportunity Employment laws, visit:

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The salary range for this role is

$106,200.00 - $167,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

San Francisco Residents Only

We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

No

Travel Requirements

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

N/A

Job Posting End Date

08/15/2026

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Requisition ID

R411698