About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

08

The Role: Specialist, Fixed Assets (Record to Report)

The Team: Be part of a global record to report team and collaborate with other Fixed Asset team members, domestic and international retained R2R staff, and global business unit staff, focusing on achieving team / company objectives.

The Impact:  From workday fourteen to the following month’s workday eight, this position will be assisting the Fixed Assets manager with the monthly Fixed Assets tasks. After the month end close cycle is complete, the applicant will be completing monthly Fixed Assets reconciliations from workday nine through workday thirteen.

This position is responsible for helping the Fixed Asset Manager oversee the consolidation and analysis of the S&P Global Property, Plant, and Equipment, and reporting the monthly activities to the business units, internal auditors, and the Corporate Controller’s office. This includes the oversight of the Oracle Fixed Asset system, which posts all global financial activities to the general ledger for both fixed assets and goodwill and intangible assets. This individual is also responsible for monthly reconciliations, and reporting on all local statutory, federal, state, sales and property tax information to the Corporate Tax Department and local business unit Controller’s.

From workday nine to workday thirteen, the candidate will be performing global Fixed Asset reconciliations, meeting the reconciliation policy requirements and working closely with the Finance teams to complete the reconciliations. The candidate should be proactive in getting the reconciliation items cleared on a timely manner.

Understand subsystems such as Oracle (R12) Fixed Assets and GL, the Oracle reconciliation tool, and any of our legacy systems to ensure the overall end-to-end process works continuously and effectively. Adhere to accounting, audit, systems controls, and procedures ensuring compliance with corporate policies and SOX controls.

What is in it for you:

• Opportunity to be part of S&P Global, a growing global organization that powers the markets of the future.
• Be part of a global record to report team and collaborate with domestic and international retained staff; third parties; Fixed Assets and Global Finance teams, and all global business units focusing on achieving team / company objectives.
• To work in the latest cutting edge technologies including our initiatives into automation and AGILE & lean Six Sigma projects

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and provide meaningful analysis for the Corporation’s Property and Equipment.
• Review consolidated balance sheet and expense schedules for Property and Equipment.
• Review consolidated cash flow information.
• Monitor all risk control assessments on a quarterly/yearly basis.
• Implement and review all U.S. and local statutory tax requirements.
• Provide input and feedback on departmental processes and propose ways to improve them with the automation tools available to the team.
• Support monthly close process in the Oracle Fixed Asset system.
• Use the Agile process to propose and implement all enhancements, fixes, and upgrades for the Oracle Fixed Asset system.
• Monitor policy compliance for capitalizing and disposing S&P Global fixed assets.
• Provide information for all internal and external auditors.
• Coordinate all fixed asset activities for acquisitions and dispositions.
• Monitor and approve all content related to the R2R Fixed Assets website.
• Gather and review external Census information.
• Gather and review insurance reporting information for all fixed assets.
• Insure all Goodwill and Intangible assets are properly staged for reporting purposes.
• Work closely with internal technical team to ensure Fixed Assets module is functioning properly.
• From workday nine to workday thirteen work on the Global Fixed Asset reconciliations assigned and complete them within the reconciliation deadline
• Coordinate with the global finance teams and Controllers’ teams to get the reconciling items cleared on a timely manner and provide audit support related to the reconciliations.
• Performs back fill and support to other accountants in the team
• Assist with special projects as necessary.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact and collaborate with internal (employees) and external customers at all levels including third parties to achieve results.
• Strong ability to analyze and resolve issues timely and efficiently while ensuring SOX compliance is imperative.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of people globally supporting not only internal employees but also our external customers globally to resolve issues.
• High degree of accuracy and management of workload; understanding of contributions to the overall end-to-end process; ability to meet deadlines is critical.
• Must be able to work independently, be accountable for processes/tasks performed, and understand when an issue should be escalated to management.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated to achieve objectives; may be required to take a leading position for projects and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of accounting and reconciliation experience required
• College level Accounting degree preferred
• Experience with Oracle R12 and system maintenance preferred.
• Willingness to learn our new systems and legacy systems at a fast phase
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required; the ability to interact and collaborate with internal and external customers at all levels of management and staff globally.
• Skills in dealing with offshore partners and communication.
• High degree of accuracy and management of heavy workload; understanding of contributions to the overall end to end process; possess a global perspective of how functions impact the company as a whole.
• Knowledge of all Microsoft Office Products specifically Outlook, Excel, Access, and Word.
• Must be assertive to follow up on resolving issues; ability to multi-task in a fast paced and ever changing environment.
• Must be able to work independently, be accountable for processes/tasks performed, and understand when an issue should be elevated to management. 
• Flexible to work during the US working hours & Close schedule and render overtime when there is a strong business need.
• Must be amenable to work US Hours
• Amenable for a Hybrid Setup.

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://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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.

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