Associate director, financial analysis

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use): 12

The Role:

The Associate Director will oversee revenue reporting and analytics, as well as manage the cost of sales operations. This role involves supporting the day-to-day management of financial operations and assisting with special projects related to Annual Contract Value [ACV], revenue, and cost of sales. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance financial reporting processes, provide strategic insights, and support decision-making to drive business growth. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication of complex financial information are essential for this position.

The Team:

The S&P Global Energy Finance team consists of employees in the UK, US, Malaysia, and the Philippines. The team also interacts with other divisions and S&P Global Corporate.

The Impact:

This position will work alongside the Finance Director and Finance VP to ensure all monthly financial reporting and analysis are delivered in a timely and accurate manner to facilitate decision making by management.

The Career Opportunity:

The role offers the opportunity to gain a centralized view of S&P Global Energy Finance, with responsibilities focusing on financial reporting and analysis. There is a track record of advancement within this Finance team and the broader S&P Global Finance organization.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, develop, and coach a team responsible for revenue, cost of sales, and related financial reporting.
• Oversee key elements of the monthly financial close, including revenue validation, journal entries, reconciliations, variance analysis, management reporting, and executive commentary.
• Lead the strategic initiatives reporting process and revenue management.
• Collaborate with business leads from across different functions to build quantification and value capture models to support revenue performance tracking.
• Support the channel management function and ensure accurate reporting for sales agents.
• Lead process improvement and automation initiatives using data, analytics, and visualization tools to strengthen controls, improve reporting quality, and reduce manual processes.
• Ensure proper review controls and procedures are in place, prepare requests related to internal/external audits, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
• Prepare various analyses for ad hoc requests and special projects and provide direct support to the Finance Director and VP on an as-needed basis.

Other Accountabilities:

• Provide thorough and accurate responses to senior management and business leads' inquiries.
• Lead the transformation of the workstream to leverage existing technologies such as Alteryx, Tableau, and Power BI to remove and reduce manual processes that currently rely on Excel.
• Partner with business leaders to develop and monitor strategic performance metrics, revenue initiatives, and value-creation opportunities across revenue, ACV, net sales, and cost of sales.
• Alert management to accounting or operational problems and suggest actionable solutions.

Compensation/Benefits Information:

(This section is only applicable to US candidates) S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $104,435 to $182,604.5 USD. Final base salary for this role will be based on the individual’s geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses and certifications. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, any other related discipline. Or the equivalent in experience.
• 6+ years’ work experience related to financial analysis.
• At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role within an accounting or finance department.
• Knowledge of US GAAP and revenue recognition guidance is required.
• Experience managing revenue and management reporting processes in a complex, data-driven organization, with the ability to translate financial information into clear business insights.
• Experience with ERP (Oracle Financials), Salesforce.com, Tableau, Power BI, Alteryx, Anaplan, and SmartView is preferred.
• Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of SQL and basic data warehouse experience is a plus.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills and the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions for resolving operational and financial problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including experience interpreting large and complex data sets and translating financial information into actionable business insights.
• Ability to work independently and as a fully contributing member of a team.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

MBA is preferred, but not required.

Right to Work Requirements:

This role is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Return to Work:

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, Restart, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

What’s In It For You?

Our Mission: Advancing Essential Intelligence. 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. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership 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

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.

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