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At location Haarlem we have an exciting opportunity for a: Financial Analyst

Welcome in our team

Our Finance team brings together our financial perspectives into our 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.

Purpose of the role

As a Financial Analyst you are part of the COSI matrix organization, which performs end to end activities from actual occurrence of a financial result till consolidation level in HQ. Main tasks will be maintaining, reviewing, reporting and analyzing inventory, production, and product cost data and supporting the monthly accounting close and management cycles for multiple branches.

Key responsibilities

Cost Management: Responsible for maintaining and creating product costs in compliance with US GAAP, including monthly reporting and variance analysis for stakeholders.
Data Accuracy & Reporting: Review and ensure accurate reporting of product costs and inventory consolidation at the branch level, addressing any discrepancies.
Global Analysis: Analyze standard revisions on a global scale, ensuring proper accounting practices are followed from both local and global perspectives.
Efficiency Initiatives: Identify and implement initiatives to improve cost control and operational efficiency while maintaining compliance with S404 requirements.
Customer Support: Address customer inquiries regarding data and system issues, providing timely and accurate financial cost and inventory information.
Collaboration & Development: Participate in performance reviews, special projects and provide backup support for senior specialists, fostering open communication and collaboration.

Your profile

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in finance, business administration or economics, with 3-5 years of relevant finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities, with experience in cost accounting and financial analysis using systems like SAP; familiarity with US GAAP is a plus.
Mindset & Initiative: Improvement-oriented, goal-driven, and capable of making decisions; demonstrates initiative and adaptability in dynamic environments.
Communication & Customer Focus: Fluent in English, with a customer-oriented approach and the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
Flexibility & Responsibility: Willingness to take on responsibilities, work flexible hours, and travel occasionally as needed.
Organizational Skills: Highly organized with a sense of urgency and quick turnaround time, able to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

What we offer

We welcome you to a truly global, dynamic and challenging environment with great opportunities for personal development. Our benefits are very competitive, and the summary below will give you an idea of what you can expect.

Competitive salary and a 3% year-end bonus;
35,5 days of leave;
Attractive collective health care insurance package with considerable reduction rates;
Solid Pension Plan;
Incentive Plan;
Travel allowance for commuting;
On-site sports facilities;
Numerous training, coaching and e-learning modules for long term job opportunities and development.

For questions about this vacancy

Please send an email including the vacancy number and job title to the following email address: RecruitmentNL@MSD.com. You can only apply through our website.

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