AtR Cash & Investment Analyst (Fixed-Term Contract) - Costa Rica

Merck & Co.

CRI - San Jose - San Jose (City Place) Onsite Accounting

About this role

Job Description

**This is a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity.**

We are looking for an AtR Cash & Investment Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will support and ensure the accuracy and integrity of cash and investment accounting activities, including month-end close processes, account reconciliations, audit support, and compliance with internal controls and corporate policies.

Key Responsibilities

Review and approve bank account reconciliations, ensuring accuracy between bank statements and the General Ledger.
Support month-end closing activities and ensure compliance with corporate deadlines.
Prepare, validate, and support manual journal entries related to Cash & Investments activities.
Monitor and resolve open reconciliation items in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and company policies.
Analyze financial data, investigate variances, and support markets during the close process.
Provide support across Cash & Investments and other AtR processes.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiency.
Deliver high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
1-2 years of experience in Accounting, Finance, or Bank Account Reconciliations.
Advanced English proficiency (written and verbal).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of accounting principles, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Required Skills:

Accounting, Accounting, Adaptability, Business Support, Communications Support, Compliance SOX, Consumer Relations, Credit Management, Customer Handling, Customer Service Management, Customer Support, Customer Technical Support, Documentations, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), ERP Integrations, Financial Accounting Controls, Financial Operations, Human Resources (HR) Shared Services Advisory, Invoice Processing, IT Infrastructure Support, Preparation of Financial Reports, Process Improvements, Process Streamlining, Productivity Improvements, Project Risk Assessments {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Project Temps (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

Shift:

Not Indicated

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Hazardous Material(s):

Job Posting End Date:

08/24/2026

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