Legal Entity Controller - APAC Region at S&P Global

Penang, Malaysia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

12-15 years of relevant experience in an accounting or finance role, with a strong focus on Statutory Audit, Tax, compliances and month-end (flexible for the right candidate)
Good understanding of accounting principles (US GAAP/IFRS/local applicable standards) and financial reporting, with specialisation in staff costs
Detail-oriented, highly analytical, and proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements
Thrives in a fast-paced, growing environment
Flexible to support India hours while working Malaysia hours
Mix of Technical, Professional and People Leadership competencies

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Development: Help in expanding the Penang Finance team including recruitment, onboarding, training, and capability development
Technical Knowhow: Possess a good understanding of accounting policies and their implementation in accordance with USGAAP/IFRS/local applicable standards; collaborate with Group Controllers
Periodic Close: Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes; prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and external stakeholders
Audit: Lead statutory audit locally and support group audit; work with Internal and External Auditors as required
Taxation: Work with Group Tax to ensure local tax compliance obligations (Corporate Tax, GST and Transfer Pricing) are met with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
Compliances: Ensure timely compliance with all relevant regulatory filings as required by local statutory laws for each of entities in the APAC region (Singapore, Malaysia, Japan, Australia & Philippines)
Internal Controls: Ensure the entity is in compliance with internal policies and procedures; set-up a control governance across financial processes
Treasury: Coordinate with Global Treasury to manage local treasury Operations (Working Capital requirements, forecast and capex if any)
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate cross-functionally with teams such as Group Financial Control, Tax, FP&A, Legal Risk Compliance (LRC), Business functions and Technical Accounting to strategically address and resolve ad-hoc financial and operational challenges
Reconciliation & Substantiation: Perform sub-ledger to general ledger reconciliation and substantiation of journals and balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies promptly
Process Improvement: Proactively identify opportunities to enhance and streamline accounting processes, leveraging automation and best practices to improve efficiency and accuracy
Initiatives / Projects: Lead initiatives / projects as required to support any business driven / system changes
Ensure ledger integrity for APAC legal entities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

USGAAPIFRSFinancial ReportingMonth-End CloseStatutory AuditInternal ControlsTeam LeadershipProcess ImprovementLedger ManagementFinancial Statements

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location and work arrangement for this role?

The position is based in Penang, Malaysia, with working hours aligned to Malaysia time, though candidates must be flexible to support India hours.

What are the key skills and qualities needed for this position?

The role requires being detail-oriented, highly analytical, proactive in process improvements, and thriving in a fast-paced environment, along with strong technical knowledge of USGAAP/IFRS/local standards, team leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

What is the team culture like at OSTTRA Finance?

The OSTTRA Finance Team is entrepreneurial, highly energetic, flexible, dynamic, and works beyond boundaries to deliver real value, with team members based in the UK, India, Penang, Sweden, and the US, as they stand up an independent global finance team.

What does the role involve in terms of team leadership?

The position includes helping to expand the Penang Finance team through recruitment, onboarding, training, and capability development.

What makes a strong candidate for the Legal Entity Controller role?

A strong candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, proactive with process improvements, has technical accounting knowledge under USGAAP/IFRS, experience in financial close, audit, tax, and compliance, and can lead teams while thriving in a fast-paced environment.

S&P Global

Provides financial information and analytics services

About S&P Global

S&P Global provides financial information and analytics to a wide range of clients, including investors, corporations, and governments. The company offers services such as credit ratings, market intelligence, and indices, which help clients understand and navigate the global financial market. S&P Global's products work by utilizing advanced data analytics and research to deliver insights that assist clients in making informed decisions and managing risks. Unlike many competitors, S&P Global has a diverse range of divisions, including S&P Global Ratings and S&P Dow Jones Indices, which allows it to cater to various financial needs. The company's goal is to support clients in driving growth while also committing to corporate responsibility and positive societal impact.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

1917Year Founded

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Professional Development Budget

401(k) Company Match

Family Planning Benefits

Employee Discounts

Risks

Integration challenges with new acquisitions like ProntoNLP may cause operational issues.

Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like Brooklyn Investment Group.

Dependence on volatile credit ratings market could impact revenue stability.

Differentiation

S&P Global integrates advanced AI tools for superior financial analytics capabilities.

The company offers comprehensive ESG solutions, meeting growing sustainability demands.

S&P Global's diverse divisions provide a wide range of financial services globally.

Upsides

Acquisition of ProntoNLP boosts data analytics and sentiment scoring capabilities.

Rising demand for ESG data enhances S&P Global's market position.

Expansion into India strengthens S&P Global's research and insights offerings.

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