Description
We are seeking a talented individual who is highly motivated and committed to joining our Finance team based in Malaysia-Penang for a permanent placement.
The individual will assist in the accounting operation of the S&P Global Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan business entities.
Responsibilities and Impact
- Responsible for S&P Global Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan entities books and records and ensure compliance with company accounting policies (in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP).
- Participate in audit process to ensure the timely and satisfactory completion of the audit (internal and statutory audits).
- Handle all tax related (direct and indirect) reporting and compliance matters in compliance with US and local tax requirements.
- Handle all tax-related issues (WHT, SST, etc.) and tax authority queries.
- Handle all other entity related corporate secretarial and statutory reporting including government surveys, where relevant.
- Handle cash management (cash flow forecasting, monitoring, funding, repatriations and intercompany settlements).
- Ensure local finance operational processes are in compliance with US and local requirements.
- Liaise with external auditors and tax agents.
- Assist in AP related matters.
- Any other ad-hoc finance projects as and when assigned.
What we're looking for:
Basic Qualifications:
- Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, including exposure to multi-entity or cross-border accounting environments
- Regulatory Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying US GAAP and local GAAP; direct working knowledge of Malaysian tax frameworks including SST and WHT compliance
- Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modelling)
- Languages: Business-level proficiency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or a professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent recognized body)
- Hands-on experience using Oracle ERP for accounting operations
- Prior employment in a multinational or global organization operating across APAC jurisdictions
- Working familiarity with Indonesia or Taiwan local accounting or tax standards
Benefits:
- 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.