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The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany

Senior Business Analyst, Life Science Finance (all genders)

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany Darmstadt, Hesse, Germany

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing · 10,001+ employees

Sep 01
business-analyst Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time Germany
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About the role

The Senior FP&A Manager acts as a strategic advisor by analyzing financial performance drivers and developing quantitative models to support business decisions. They are responsible for workforce analysis, FX exposure reporting, and supporting the Life Science Executive Team with high-quality presentations.

What they look for

Financial Planning & Analysis Financial Modeling Budgeting Forecasting Treasury Cash Flow Controlling Analytical Thinking Business Acumen TM1 PAFE SAC Excel PowerPoint Workforce Analysis FX Exposure Analysis Strategic Advisory

Requirements

Candidates must have at least five years of experience in FP&A, treasury, or cash flow controlling within a large multinational organization. Proficiency in financial modeling, planning tools like TM1 or SAC, and advanced Excel skills is required, along with a bachelor's degree in finance or accounting.

Full description

Your role

 

As Senior Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager, you act as a strategic advisor, turning complex financial data into clear insights and actionable recommendations. You analyze the key drivers of financial performance and help shape solutions that support sound business decisions. Your expertise will be central to FTE and workforce analysis, FX exposure analysis, sales reporting, and quarterly planning cycles. You proactively explain movements in financial statements and contribute to monthly and quarterly business reviews. By developing quantitative models and evaluating internal and external financial data, you identify trends, risks, opportunities, and relevant benchmarks. You will also support the Life Science Executive Team with high-quality analysis and compelling presentations. As a senior member of the Life Science FP&A Controlling team, you collaborate closely with HR as well as finance and accounting partners across the organization. Your ability to connect financial insights with business priorities will make a visible impact on executive decision-making.

 

Who you are

 

  • You have a minimum of five years of experience in FP&A, treasury, or cash flow controlling, preferably in a large multinational organization.
  • You are an expert in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • You bring strong analytical thinking, sound business acumen, and the ability to evaluate the financial implications of strategic decisions.
  • You have experience with planning tools such as TM1, PAFE, or SAC, combined with advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • You hold a bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; a master’s degree or relevant certification such as CFA or CPA is a plus.
  • You are self-driven, motivated, and comfortable taking ownership of complex analyses and planning activities.
  • You communicate fluently and confidently in business English.

 

Department: LS-CL-CB Business Planning & Analysis 

Role level: Expert Level 3

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