About the Role
Grade Level (for internal use): 09
The Role: Accountant (Malaysia/Indonesia/Taiwan)
We are seeking a talented individual who is highly motivated and committed to joining our Finance team based in Malaysia-Penang for a permanent placement. The individual will assist in the accounting operation of the S&P Global Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan business entities.
The Team
This role reports to Malaysia Finance Controller. Join S&P Global's Finance team in Penang, Malaysia — a close-knit, cross-border group that takes ownership of financial integrity across multiple APAC business entities. We operate at the intersection of global standards and local regulatory nuance, collaborating with stakeholders across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Taiwan. Our team values precision, accountability, and a proactive mindset that keeps the business moving forward.
Responsibilities and Impact
•Responsible for S&P Global Malaysia, Indonesia and Taiwan entities books and records and ensure compliance with company accounting policies (in accordance with US GAAP and local GAAP).
•Participate in audit process to ensure the timely and satisfactory completion of the audit (internal and statutory audits).
•Handle all tax related (direct and indirect) reporting and compliance matters in compliance with US and local tax requirements.
•Handle all tax-related issues (WHT, SST, etc.) and tax authority queries.
•Handle all other entity related corporate secretarial and statutory reporting including government surveys, where relevant.
•Handle cash management (cash flow forecasting, monitoring, funding, repatriations and intercompany settlements).
•Ensure local finance operational processes are in compliance with US and local requirements.
•Liaise with external auditors and tax agents.
•Assist in AP related matters.
•Any other ad-hoc finance projects as and when assigned.
What We're Looking For
Basic Qualifications:
•Experience: 5+ years of relevant experience in finance and accounting, including exposure to multi-entity or cross-border accounting environments
•Regulatory Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying US GAAP and local GAAP; direct working knowledge of Malaysian tax frameworks including SST and WHT compliance
•Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, financial modelling)
•Languages: Business-level proficiency in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia
Additional Preferred Qualifications:
•Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or a professional accounting certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, ICAEW, or equivalent recognized body)
•Hands-on experience using Oracle ERP for accounting operations
•Prior employment in a multinational or global organization operating across APAC jurisdictions
•Working familiarity with Indonesia or Taiwan local accounting or tax standards
Benefits
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: Perks for partners and little ones, 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.
