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Merck KGaA

Senior Controller Steering & Reporting (all genders)

Darmstadt, Hessen, Germany

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Role family
Finance
Seniority
Senior
Country
DE
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
26 Sept 2026

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the posting

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:

In your role as Senior FP&A Manager in Group Controlling, you will be at the heart of our financial performance management activities, driving strategic insight across the organization through the state-of-the-art usage of data.

You will be responsible for:

  • Owning the global financial sales reporting and quarterly Preview process
  • Delivering high-quality management reporting and variance analysis to senior leadership and key stakeholders with the help of technology
  • Supporting translating complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations that support executive decision-making
  • Collaborating cross-functionally to ensure financial transparency and alignment
  • Supporting ad-hoc strategic projects

Who You Are:

  • You hold a degree in Finance or Business Administration
  • You bring 5+ years of experience in FP&A, Controlling, or a related finance function, preferably with exposure to a corporate group structure
  • You have hands-on experience applying AI tools, automation, or advanced analytics in a finance context — whether through tools like Python, Power BI, Tableau, Copilot, or similar platforms
  • You demonstrate high learning agility — you emb change, pick up new technologies quickly, and actively seek smarter ways of working
  • You possess strong communication and storytelling skills
  • You are a collaborative team player who builds trusted relationships across functions and hierarchies
  • You have a track record of successful project management experience, ideally based on agile methodologies
  • Fluency in English is required

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!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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