Malta Controller at S&P Global

St. Julian's, Malta

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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

10+ years’ experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably in Public Accounting, including a thorough understanding of IFRS and accounting standards generally accepted in the United States (US GAAP)
ACA / CPA / CA / ACCA or equivalent certification
Good understanding of general tax accounting and local tax regimes
Experience in financial statement preparation under IFRS
Strong problem-solving ability and results-oriented
Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Well organized and able

Responsibilities

Review the loan portfolio and issuer creditworthiness both at the time of entering into new loans and monitoring on an ongoing basis
Review the valuation of loans, including assessing interest rate benchmarking
Prepare investment recommendation reports to support the acceptance of financial decisions, which may include assessment of: Key loan terms including interest rates, tenor, payment dates, and loan covenants. The financial performance of borrowers. Determining realistically available alternative investment methodologies. Risk assessment
Understand and be able to make recommendations regarding the form of funding (capital issuance vs. debt, etc.)
Instruct and oversee work undertaken by third parties as required for tax, accounting, and treasury
Negotiate and sign contracts on behalf of the companies
Prepare the general ledger and management accounts
Oversee/ensure compliance with local and US GAAP reporting and local tax compliance
Analyse/interrogate key balance sheet & P&L accounts, with the preparation and posting of any associated journals
Support month-end processes, including the preparation & posting of journals along with the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
Prepare and post payroll journals
Prepare financial statements for legal entities in accordance with IFRS and US GAAP
Liaise and interact with external auditors to ensure the timely completion of statutory audits carried out on legal entities
Ensure timely submission of financial/non-financial information to local authorities in Malta
Assist with the preparation of tax returns and associated accounting workflows, including processing payments and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts
Assist with the preparation of VAT returns and associated accounting workflows, including processing payments and balance sheet reconciliation of related accounts
Support the Assistant EMEA Controller with merger, acquisition & disposal projects and legal entity restructuring projects impacting the region
Support process improvement projects, identifying and implementing best practice processes across the region

Skills

IFRS

statutory reporting

month-end close

internal controls

loan portfolio review

creditworthiness assessment

loan valuation

interest rate benchmarking

investment recommendations

financial analysis

risk assessment

loan covenants

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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