Job Description

Position Overview

Our company’s Global Business Solutions (GBS) team manages end-to-end Source to Settle (StS) processes, including vendor setup, purchasing, invoicing, and payments.

The Associate Specialist, Global Payments supports the execution of standard global payment processes, ensuring payments are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with policies and controls. Working within a global team, this role handles day-to-day payment activities, including standard, urgent, and off-cycle payments.

The role also focuses on identifying process improvements, supporting automation and standardization efforts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and consistency across markets.

Key Responsibilities

Execute global payment processes, including standard and urgent payments
Perform payment pre-checks to ensure accuracy and reduce rejections
Monitor payment runs and promptly escalates exceptions
Support out-of-cycle and urgent payment requests
Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all payments
Identify trends, issues, and root causes of payment delays
Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Treasury, IT, and other stakeholders to resolve issues
Support process improvement, automation, and standardization initiatives
Contribute to knowledge sharing, documentation, and training materials
Deliver high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders
Ensure compliance with global policies, controls, and audit requirements

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree (or near completion) in Finance, Business, or related field
1+ year of experience in Finance, Accounting, Shared Services, or StS (preferred)
Basic understanding of Source to Settle or payment processes
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Good communication and stakeholder collaboration skills
Proactive with a continuous improvement mindset

Technical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
SAP and Ariba experience required
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Skills & Competencies

High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
Customer-focused and results-driven
Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
Team player with strong collaboration skills
High integrity and accountability
Languages English required; Asian language skills (Japanese, Mandarin, Korean) are a plus

Possible Career Moves

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

Required Skills

Analytical Thinking, Analytical Thinking, Best Practices Research, Business Administration, Communication, Communications Support, Customer Service Management, Data Quality Management, Driving Continuous Improvement, Ethics, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Global Shared Services, Microsoft Excel, Oral Communications, Planning Budgeting And Forecasting (PBF), Policy Procedures, Preparation of Financial Reports, Process Improvements, Quantitative Analytics, SAP Retail, Service Excellence {+ 1 more}

Required Skills

Business Administration, Business Administration, Business Process Standardization, Business Support, Channel Optimization, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Compliance Tracking, Customer Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Service Management, Customer Support, Customer Technical Support, Data Management, Data Quality, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Financial Planning, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Human Resources (HR) Shared Services Advisory, IT Infrastructure Support, Policy Development, Quality Control Management, Quality Improvement Programs, Quantitative Analytics, SAP Ariba {+ 1 more}

Preferred Skills

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Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully

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

09/30/2026

A job posting is effective until 11 59 59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Requisition ID R405344

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