2027 Future Talent Program - Spclst, Audit - Finance Leadership Development Program

Job Description

Our Finance team brings financial perspectives into overall strategic and tactical decision making. We use state-of-the-art techniques for financial analysis, planning, accounting, reporting, and performance evaluation. This allows the organization to continue advancing medical innovation and improve lives.

Position Overview:

Finance at our Company is committed to developing future leaders through its Finance Leadership Development Program (FLDP). Individuals are provided with an entry point through Corporate Audit and Assurance Services (MCAAS) to develop a breadth of experience including finance, accounting, analytics, risk management, and special project opportunities.

MCAAS FLDP participants will be placed onto monthly audit projects. These teams collaborate with stakeholders across the Finance organization, helping to solve vital business needs for Finance by leveraging data analytics and understanding implications on global healthcare systems. Audit assignments can either be domestic or internationally focused, creating a unique chance to collaborate with auditees and colleagues from all around the world daily.

The program will also allow individuals to gain knowledge on products, healthcare systems, payors, and regulatory and reputational risks while working intimately with our global business operations; this includes a deeper knowledge of internal controls, business compliance, and risk management.

After 24-36 months in the Finance Leadership Development Program, individuals advance their career development through opportunities across Finance and the greater organization. The purpose of this leadership development experience is to prepare young talent for the future so that the company is empowered to innovate and fulfill its purpose of using the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Client Audit Director ("CAD") and the Auditor-in-Charge ("AIC"), the FLDP participant will:

• Participate in the execution of financial, operational, SOX 404 and IT audits, integrated audits and process audits, both domestic and abroad to maintain a strong internal control environment at our Company.

• Under the direction of the AIC, partner with colleagues and clients, support groups, and other organizations to effectively complete all assigned audit work.

• Execute audit programs and work papers (including walkthroughs and sample testing) in line with the established quality standards and timelines.

• Collaborate with the audit team in the writing of audit summaries of issues and reports which accurately describe identified control concerns, associated risks, and appropriate recommendations.

• Participate in department projects and ensure the realization of the specified results.

• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism and independence in the execution of duties with the highest level of integrity and quality. Show good judgment in the conduct of work.

Opportunity to Innovate in a Changing World through:

• WIN AS ONE TEAM – We will empower you to work across the company developing and leveraging a network of relationships to achieve high-level business insights. We collaborate with different finance and business functions to achieve the goals of the company as one team.

• FOCUS ON WHAT MATTERS – You will learn how to evaluate business operations, processes, and internal controls to effectively complete risk-based audits. Individuals are empowered to develop their skillsets through a wide breadth of engagements, across various business lines. This helps individuals to focus on what matters in a complex and evolving business environment.

• ACT WITH URGENCY – We act promptly as our company actively evolves in a changing world. Additionally, MCAAS acts as a trusted advisor, supporting the enterprise via advisory engagements.

• EXPERIMENT, LEARN, AND ADAPT – We challenge the way we work every day as our Senior Leaders are committed to continuously evaluating new ways of working through ideation and experimentation. Individuals will be part of a culture where every experiment is taken as a lesson learned, which is part of the innovative process.

• EMBRACE INCLUSION – We are dedicated to bringing backgrounds, cultures, and mindsets into our team. We believe in creating an environment when everyone can bring their full self to work and feel they are part of a team.

• SPEAK UP AND BE OPEN-MINDED – We work to break down silos and share our knowledge to better connect people and data. Individuals will be challenged to critically problem solve, act as trusted advisors, and utilize data & analytic applications to provide business insights. FLDP participants will prepare and deliver presentations to both peers and leaders, sharing their successes and lessons learned.

This is a full-time position starting in July 2027. Individuals in the FLDP will complete a comprehensive onboarding and training. This training will provide insights to expansive business, industry, and audit knowledge. Additionally, the training will develop overall finance and business acumen, enhance leadership skills, and offer extensive networking opportunities.

Position Qualifications

Required Education, Skills & Experience:

• Current Seniors enrolled in a BS in Finance, Accountancy, or Business Analytics preferred, but all business majors may be considered (including Management, Marketing, or Economics), expected to graduate prior to start date. Academic curriculum focus on data analytics is preferred.

• Dedication to teamwork

• Demonstrated leadership

• Passion and commitment to learning

• Strong experience with Microsoft Excel.

• Proven success in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Ability to self-motivate and take responsibility for personal growth and development.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with client and business process owners as well as finance colleagues.

• Effective written and verbal communications skills.

• Strong time management skills and the ability to work autonomously and within a team. 

• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

• Demonstration of ethics and integrity within a professional work environment.

• Travel: Up to 30% of the time, both domestic and international.

Preferred Experience and Skills:                   

• Previous internship or work experience in Finance, Accounting, Business, or Economics

• GPA of 3.3 or above

Please note that this position may be closed before the posted end date or may remain open longer, at the discretion of the company.

FTP2027

GSF2027

Required Skills:

Asset Accounting, Asset Accounting, Auditing Techniques, Audit Processes, Audit Reporting, Budgeting, Chartered Accounting, Competency Management, Contract Audits, Corporate Ethics, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Ethical Standards, External Audit Support, Financial Analysis, Fraud Detection, Identifying Risks, Internal Audit Development, Leadership Theories, Multitasking, Openness to Change, Preparation of Financial Reports, Prioritization, Process Analytics, Project Risk Assessments {+ 7 more}

Preferred Skills:

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The salary range for this role is

$79,200.00 - $124,700.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Regular

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Job Posting End Date:

10/5/2026

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