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About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

10

The Role: Analyst, Financial Analysis

The Role: S&P Global Market Intelligence, the division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI) that provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence, is searching for a Senior Specialist, Financial Analysis to support the Market Intelligence Divisional Finance, reporting team. The Senior Specialist, Financial Analysis will play a key role in supporting the monthly close and estimate process by aggregating required actual data, preparing and distributing reports, updating forecasts, and assisting with daily accounting and operational support. Additionally, the new Senior Specialist, Financial Analysis will provide support for the day-to-day management of financial operations involving expenses as well as assisting with special projects.

The Location: Pasig City, Philippines

The Impact: This position will work alongside the Finance Manager and Director to ensure all monthly financial reporting and analysis is delivered timely and accurately to facilitate decision making by management.

The Career Opportunity: The role offers the opportunity to gain a centralized view of S&P Global Market Intelligence Divisional Finance, with responsibilities focusing on financial reporting and analysis. There is a track record of advancement within the Divisional Finance team and the broader S&P Global Finance organization.

The Team / The Business: The S&P Global Market Intelligence Divisional Finance team consists of employees in Charlottesville, London, New York, and Pasig City. The MI Content, Technology, and Insight Finance team is currently based in US locations. The Team interacts with other divisions and S&P Global Corporate as well.

Your Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Math or related field. Knowledge of US GAAP preferred, 2+ years’ work experience in public/private accounting or finance department, strong skills in MS Excel, experience with Oracle Financials, Oracle Smart View, Anaplan, Ariba and Workday is preferred.

Responsibilities:

Monthly Financial Close

• Assist with monthly accounting close and financial reporting process, including P&L reporting and expense spend analysis.

• Prepare journal entries and applicable balance sheet reconciliations.

• Analyze historical data for trends and unusual variances; comparing results to estimate and budget.

• Review monthly expense activity (Ariba, Oracle, Other).

• Prepare analysis for ad hoc requests and special projects, and provide direct support to the Managers and Directors of Finance on an as-needed basis.

Accounting & Operational Support

• Assist with account coding inquiries.

• Assist the business with invoice or procurement questions, and/or connecting these team members to a BSC resource for resolution.

• Assist in approving Ariba purchase requisitions.

• Track and assist with approving Workday job requisitions.

Annual Budget & Monthly Estimate Process

• Build reports to research and validate forecast assumptions.

• Update forecast assumptions in Anaplan models

Other Accountabilities:

• Develop knowledge and understanding of the business and financial system tools that are critical to the reporting process.

• Alert management to accounting or operational problems and suggest actionable solutions.

• Assist with vendor management and governance-related activities.

• Provide thorough and accurate responses to senior management and business leads inquires.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Math or related field.

• 2+ years’ work experience in public/private accounting or finance department.

• Knowledge of US GAAP or other similar accounting principles is preferred.

• Ability to work independently and as a fully contributing member of a team. The preferred shift will be a split shift that overlaps with US-based team members.

• Demonstrate the investigative research and analytical capabilities necessary to provide the leadership team with the accurate and insightful interpretation of financial information.

• Possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions for operational and financial problems.

• Strong attention to detail and analytical ability with an inquisitive mind.

• Large data manipulation experience.

• Strong skills in MS Excel (Pivot tables, V-Lookups, IF functions, etc.) and PowerPoint.

• Fluency with Oracle Financials or other similar financial systems, Anaplan and Oracle Smart View strongly preferred.

• Experience with Tableau or other analytical tools preferred.

• Knowledge of SQL and basic data warehouse experience is also preferred.

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.

• Excellent English communication skills, both written and oral

• Must be flexible to work mid and night shift.

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About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence .

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include:

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://www.spglobal.com/en/careers/our-culture/

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.

Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.

If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to:  EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com  and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf   describes discrimination protections under federal law.

20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), FINANC202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)

Job ID: 292418

Posted On: 2024-02-16

Location: Pasig City, Philippines