Specialist - Payroll Accounting (Record to Report)

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

08

The Role: Specialist- Payroll Accounting (Record to Report)

The Team: Be part of a global record to report team and collaborate with domestic and international retained staff; third parties; All global business units; Technology teams & Controller’s organization focusing on achieving team / company objectives. 
The Impact: 
The position will be responsible for performing highly specialized accounting tasks around Payroll, Benefits, Commissions and Deferred Cash and non-cash awards, Payroll tax, Global Mobility, and international taxes. Act as a liaison between Business Units, Payroll team, Finance controllers and third-party vendors.
Understand subsystems such as Oracle Cloud – GL, Payroll system feeds, Oracle reconciliation tool & any of our legacy systems that affect the payroll process to ensure 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; Intercompany; Business finance, Controllers, AP & OTC 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 lean Six Sigma projects.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains payroll related balance sheet accounts on general ledger

• Analyze payroll reports provided by SPGI payroll team to ensure that all transactions are reflected correctly on the company’s general ledger; Activity to be carried out for all APAC countries where S&P has payroll being processed 

• Review payroll balance sheet accounts for any unusual activity and contact appropriate party for more details. Prepare and book necessary journals in alignment with local country controllers to ensure accounting accuracy needed for reporting.

• Work on the retirement benefits calculations, tax , accruals and recording and reporting for the same to APAC controllership

• Work with external auditors for any ad hoc requests

• Works on monthly closing duties supporting the Business Units and Global controllers.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills to interact and collaborate with internal (employees) and external customers (vendors) 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. 

• Candidates should be flexible to accommodate to business requirements in critical times.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about leveraging automation and GenAI technologies to drive innovation and efficiency in finance. Join our team and be at the forefront of transforming our finance capability through cutting-edge technologies and approaches.
Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of GL, payroll and benefits accounting and reconciliation experience required 

• College level accounting degree / CPA preferred

• Experience with Oracle cloud and system maintenance preferred.

• Willingness to learn our new systems and legacy systems at a fast pace.

• 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 render overtime when there is a strong business need.

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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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