Senior analyst accounting specialist

About the Role/The Team: S&P Global Ratings (S&P) is seeking a Senior Analyst - Accounting Specialist to work closely with S&P Corporates & Infrastructure analysts in discerning matters of financial-analytical significance disclosed in company public or private financial statements and notes e.g., off-balance sheet risks, leases, derivatives, pensions and securitization and apply S&P analytical adjustments in accordance with internal criteria and standards. This is a specialized role that bridges accounting with credit analysis, and is suited for a highly motivated accountant or analyst with strong technical accounting skills and a flair for research & analysis.

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Primarily focus on companies based in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America across a broad range of non-financial corporate sectors.
• Act as an advisor to S&P analysts on discerning accounting, financial reporting and key disclosures.
• Train and upskill analysts on new and emerging accounting issues that are analytically relevant e.g., consolidation, software costs, EBITDA addbacks, convertible debt.
• Participate in rating committees and management meetings, as needed.
• Proficient at pulling, organizing, reviewing and analyzing data from both internal (such as S&P Capital IQ) and external platforms (EDGAR) as it relates to financial reporting & disclosures.
• Lead the publishing of research commentaries on key accounting matters that are analytically impactful to credit analysis e.g., supplier financing, taxes.
• Contribute to the development of S&P Criteria and S&P analytical models.
• Closely follow the activities of the accounting standard-setters and regulators to provide feedback and keep analysts informed of emerging financial reporting matters.

What We’re Looking For:

Basic Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Must have a CPA or Chartered Accountant with a broad familiarity with key accounting and financial reporting issues and their relevance to corporate and infrastructure companies
• An S&P Global employee typically has 5+ years of professional accounting experience, preferably a large ("Big 4") accounting firm is required. National Office experience or work with Accounting Standard Setters is a plus.
• Must be affluent in financial statement analysis and accounting standards e.g., U.S. GAAP and IFRS and accounting/analytical interpretation.
• A strong knowledge of the corporate and infrastructure industry is required
• Strong accounting skills with ability to bridge issues with the related credit risk and/or economic and financial attributes.
• Strong verbal and presentation skills are required

Additional Preferred Qualifications :

• MBA or CFA desirable
• General knowledge of credit analysis is a plus.
• Fluency is Spanish or Portuguese is a plus.
• This position may require 0-10% of travel per year

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 $80,000 to $150,000. 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

About S&P Global Ratings

At S&P Global Ratings, our analyst-driven credit ratings, research, and sustainable finance opinions provide critical insights that are essential to translating complexity into clarity so market participants can uncover opportunities and make decisions with conviction. By bringing transparency to the market through high-quality independent opinions on creditworthiness, we enable growth across a wide variety of organizations, including businesses, governments, and institutions.

S&P Global Ratings is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.

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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.

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Inclusive Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity, 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.

S&P Global has a Securities Disclosure and Trading Policy (“the Policy”) that seeks to mitigate conflicts of interest by monitoring and placing restrictions on personal securities holding and trading. The Policy is designed to promote compliance with global regulations. In some Divisions, pursuant to the Policy’s requirements, candidates at S&P Global may be asked to disclose securities holdings. Some roles may include a trading prohibition and remediation of positions when there is an effective or potential conflict of interest. Employment at S&P Global is contingent upon compliance with the Policy.

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: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person. 

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