Job Description

Position Overview

Our company's Global Business Solutions (GBS) team manages global Source to Settle (StS) processes, including purchasing, invoicing, and payments.

The Specialist, Global Payments is responsible for executing and overseeing global payment processes, ensuring payments are accurate, timely, and compliant with policies and controls. This role supports payment validation, authorization, and release, while maintaining strong governance in a controlled environment.

In addition, the role supports Treasury activities, including cashflow forecasting, liquidity management, and foreign exchange, working closely with global teams to drive standardization and reduce manual processes.

Key Responsibilities

Review and validate payment runs for accuracy and completeness
Execute standard and off-cycle payments in line with service levels
Support payment authorization and release in line with controls and approvals
Ensure compliance with policies, SOX controls, and audit requirements
Monitor urgent and exception payments, ensuring timely processing
Investigate and resolve payment issues, performing root cause analysis
Escalate high-risk issues and ensure timely resolution
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure consistent execution
Support process improvements, standardization, and automation
Participate in system testing and process enhancements
Deliver high-quality service and maintain strong stakeholder relationships

Treasury Support

Support cash positioning and funding coordination across markets
Ensure sufficient liquidity for operational needs
Manage foreign exchange activities and fund transfers
Maintain bank authorization records and compliance standards
Ensure treasury activities meet policy and regulatory requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (preferred)
Minimum 2 years experience in Finance, Accounting, or Shared Services
Strong understanding of payments, settlements, and treasury processes
Experience in controlled or compliance-driven environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Experience in process improvement and stakeholder collaboration
Fluent in English (Asian language skills a plus)

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
SAP and Ariba experience required
Familiarity with banking platforms and payment systems preferred
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and adapt to change

Skills & Competencies

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Analytical and problem-solving mindset
Effective communication and stakeholder management
Customer-focused and results-driven
High integrity and accountability
Ability to work independently and in teams
Continuous improvement mindset

Possible Career Moves

Specialist / Senior Specialist, STS Support
Specialist / Senior Specialist, Vendor Master Data
Specialist / Senior Specialist, Supplier Onboarding
Specialist / Senior Specialist, Invoice Processing / Resolution
Senior Specialist, Settlements

Required Skills

Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Business Administration, Business Compliance, Business Process Standardization, Communications Support, Complexity Management, Customer Technical Support, Detail-Oriented, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Global Shared Services, Human Resources (HR) Shared Services Advisory, IT Infrastructure Support, Planning Budgeting And Forecasting (PBF), Quantitative Analytics, Regulatory Requirements, Root Cause Analysis Training, SAP Ariba, SAP for Banking, Supplier Contact, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Support, Tax Return Analysis + 1 more

Required Skills

Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Business Administration, Business Process Standardization, Business Support, Data Analysis, Data Management, Driving Continuous Improvement, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Global Team Collaboration, Human Resource Management, Human Resources (HR) Shared Services Advisory, Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure, Information Technology (IT) Support, IT Project Lifecycle, Problem Solving, Process Efficiencies, Project Management, Quality Control Management, Quality Improvement Programs, Quantitative Analytics, Regulatory Requirements, SAP Ariba, Stakeholder Satisfaction + 2 more

Preferred Skills

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Travel Requirements

Flexible Work Arrangements

Hybrid

Shift

Valid Driving License

Hazardous Material(s)

Job Posting End Date

08/28/2026

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Requisition ID R405338

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