Junior Accounting Business Partner
Merck Group · Bengaluru · onsite · Posted 1d ago
Not disclosed4–6 yrsfulltimeSourced from
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About this role
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 unimageable with us.
Your Role
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
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 unimageable with us.
Your Role
- Act as the trusted financial steward and primary point of contact for the CFOs of assigned legal entities.
- Own the end-to-end preparation and integrity of financial statements for multiple legal entities, ensuring compliance with local legislation and Group Guidelines.
- Lead month-end closing activities and prepare, review, and validate accounting reports and financial analyses.
- Coordinate financial and tax audits, working closely with centralized accounting departments and Group Functions such as Tax and Treasury.
- Communicate financial developments to key stakeholders, proactively identify irregularities, and provide well-reasoned solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement, process excellence, and transition or transformation initiatives across accounting processes.
- Monitor changes in tax and accounting legislation and implement the required process adaptations.
- Develop training materials, mentor colleagues, and contribute to improving the quality, efficiency, and reliability of finance processes.
- You bring a solid foundation in accounting and financial reporting, combined with the analytical mindset and collaborative spirit to thrive in a complex, multi-entity environment.
- You have 4–6 years of relevant professional experience in financial accounting, financial reporting, or a comparable finance role.
- A degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience in a comparable role. CA/CWA qualification is preferred.
- Solid experience in financial accounting, including month end closing, preparation of financial statements, and reconciliation processes in accordance with IFRS or local accounting standards.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve accounting irregularities, apply sound judgment in complex situations, and deliver accurate, timely outputs independently.
- Experience coordinating or participating in internal and external audits, with a strong understanding of compliance requirements and internal control frameworks.
- Proven ability to communicate clearly and professionally with senior stakeholders, including finance leadership, and to manage multiple priorities in a structured and organized manner.
- A proactive approach to process improvement, with experience contributing to or leading efficiency initiatives, writing or updating procedures, and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Proficiency in AI and machine learning tools and an understanding of how artificial intelligence can be applied responsibly in finance, including awareness of ethical considerations such as bias, data privacy, and governance, to support informed, accountable decision making.
- Fluency in English; additional language skills are an advantage in our internationally connected environment.
Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
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Skills
AI and machine learning toolsMonth End ClosingProcess Improvementreconciliation processescompliance requirementsinternal control frameworksInternal and external auditsPreparation Of Financial StatementsIFRSFinancial ReportingFinancial Accounting
About Merck Group

Merck Group
Pharma
354
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Darmstadt
Germany
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Merck Group is a global science and technology company specializing in healthcare, life sciences, and performance materials. The firm develops innovative pharmaceuticals, biotechnology solutions, and laboratory products that advance medical research and patient care. With a strong focus on scientific innovation and sustainability, Merck Group supports industries worldwide in improving health outcomes and driving technological progress.
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