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​FINANCE MANAGER: SOUTH AFRICA; EAST AFRICA & NIGERIA
Job Id 295406 
Modderfontein, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Type Full-time
  
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.  

An exciting opportunity has opened up within our company. We are looking to hire a Finance Manager covering the South Africa, East Africa, and Nigeria businesses for all statutory matters, key projects, and reporting for these countries/clusters.
 
As a Finance Manager, you will have the following responsibilities:
  • Manage financial transactions (AP, AR, general accounting, and all IFRS & local GAAP-related specifics in SAP HANA).
  • Ensure internal control procedures are complied with for all financial transactions. Act as a guardian for governance and continuously improve procedures for agility and reliability of financial information.
  • Ensure all tax filings are compliant and up to date, guaranteeing fiscal compliance in all transactions.
  • Manage monthly closings in full and on time (IFRS closings and reporting).
  • Collaborate with Auditors in conducting internal and external audits. Make sure all auditing reports are on time.
  • Collaborate with the team and global service hubs for all closing and reporting steps and deadlines.
  • Ensure account reconciliation and monitor the legal audit smoothly and successfully.
  • Serve as the point of contact with all internal departments and external stakeholders for accounting transactions to ensure business flow and results.
  • Collaborate effectively on all financial and tax projects related to all countries in the region, as well as global projects whenever requested.
  • Assist in special projects, ad hoc analysis and tasks as needed.
 
Who You Are:
  • Master's degree in Accounting and Finance, with a Chartered Accounting diploma, MBA, or a master's in tax or audit.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Agile in using IT tools and Microsoft applications, with a preference for SAP users (HANA version).
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in an audit firm and/or multinational company.
  • Preference for previous experience in pharmaceutical companies.




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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WHAT WE OFFER
Money makes the world go round. But at Merck there’s more than just financial rewards. We offer a range of attractive benefits to help you work your magic.
 
Financial & Protection
These core benefits help to provide long-term financial stability for you and your family.
 
Health and Wellbeing
This pillar is important to us. Therefore, our health benefits are designed to support employees physical and mental wellbeing, e.g. health checkups or medical insurance.
 
Family
From our Fertility Benefit, to helping support your family life through all its different stages.
 
Time Away
Time to recharge and specific Leaves to support life events and choices

Life-style
Such as flexible working, gyms, car benefits, shopping discounts.
 
 
OuR RECRUITING PROCESS
Depending on the position (level, functional area, country) the process can vary slightly. 
 
You apply
Complete your online application for your preferred role(s) that match your interests and qualification. If you cannot find a suitable role please join our Talent Zone and stay connected for your next career opportunity. 
 
We screen
We review your application and if we determine that you are a good fit we will move you to the selection process. 
 
We assess
You are interviewed by phone, via video and/or face to face. 
 
Mutual agreement
Ideally you are the perfect match for us! We hope you consider us as your new employer. 
 
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