Financial Controller Analyst

Merck•Upper Gwynedd Township, PA

7h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Financial Controller Analyst will support the financial oversight of the S/4HANA migration program by tracking budgets, actuals, run rates, and KPIs. This role ensures transparency in financial reporting and alignment with program objectives. The position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across teams to provide insights and maintain financial governance.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in financial analysis, program control, or S/4HANA migration roles.
Strong understanding of financial governance and reporting standards.
Proficiency in financial tracking tools and dashboards.
Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Cost Optimization
Finance
Finance Analytics
Financial Advising
Financial Analysis
Financial Management
Financial Management Software
Financial Performance Management
Financial Regulatory Reporting
Financial Reports
Financial Transactions
Internal Financial Reporting
Measurement Analysis
Portfolio, Programme, and Project Support
Program Management
Risk Management
SAP Data Migration
SAP S/4HANA
SAP S/4HANA Migration Cockpit
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Waterfall Model

Nice To Haves

Certification in finance or accounting (e.g., CPA, CMA).
Experience in life sciences or regulated industries.
Exposure to SAP S/4HANA migration programs.
Familiarity with financial management tools and automation frameworks.

Responsibilities

Track and report on program budgets, actuals, run rates, and KPIs.
Support financial governance and compliance with reporting standards.
Prepare financial dashboards and reports for leadership review.
Collaborating with PMO and program leads to manage financial risks and dependencies.
Ensure transparency and traceability of financial data across the program.
Assist in identifying cost optimization opportunities and efficiency strategies.
Maintain documentation and audit trails for financial transactions and decisions.
Contribute to continuous improvement of financial management processes.
Responsible for an in-depth understanding of the business case and set-up of budget to serve as baseline.
Partner closely with budget owners on the required budget tracking and establishing acceptable thresholds against baseline.