Mastercard · 3 weeks ago
Sr. Specialist, Government Affairs & Policy, Americas Operations
Purchase, New York
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelMastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. The Sr. Specialist, Americas Operations for the Government Affairs & Policy (GAP) team will manage financial operations, supplier relationships, and contract lifecycles across the U.S., Canada, Latin America, and Caribbean regions.
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Responsibilities
Support the Heads of U.S., Canada, and LAC Government Affairs and work with GAP’s Director of Global Operations in developing and executing the annual budget strategy, ensuring alignment with departmental and corporate priorities while maintaining accurate financial records and reconciling monthly reports to optimize performance
Monitor and analyze budget utilization through data-driven processes and advanced Excel reporting—delivering monthly and quarterly updates on spend, forecasts, and identifying opportunities for improvement
Develop and maintain forecasting and tracking tools to streamline financial planning, enhance reporting accuracy, and provide regular progress updates to leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally Finance, Transaction Services, and Compliance teams to resolve discrepancies, ensure data accuracy, and leverage Microsoft Teams and related collaboration tools (Planner, OneNote, SharePoint) to manage workstreams, documentation, and regional coordination
Develop subject matter expertise on supplier engagement and compliance, ensuring adherence to Mastercard’s internal policies and external regulations, including requirements for 501(c)(3) contributions and government engagement documentation
Manage the full supplier and contract lifecycle—from onboarding and due diligence through contract execution, invoice payments, and renewal process—using Oracle and other internal systems to create requisitions, purchase orders, and related procurement documentation
Maintain centralized tracking systems for supplier documentation, contract expirations, and compliance reports to ensure audit readiness, forecast accuracy, and timely reporting to leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally with Supplier Management, Third Party Risk, Compliance, and external vendors to complete due diligence, enhance efficiency, and drive continuous process improvements that strengthen transparency and operational performance
Qualification
Required
Experience in budgeting, procurement, vendor management, or financial operations
Proficiency with enterprise systems such as Oracle, Coupa, and SharePoint
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, dashboards, data visualization)
Strong command of Microsoft Teams and related collaboration tools (Planner, OneNote, SharePoint) to manage workflows, documentation, and stakeholder communication
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a demonstrated ability to interpret and present data effectively
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and geographies
High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement
Preferred
Experience in a large, global organization
Benefits
Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
Flexible spending account and health savings account
Paid leaves (including 16 weeks of new parent leave and up to 20 days of bereavement leave)
80 hours of Paid Sick and Safe Time
25 days of vacation time and 5 personal days, pro-rated based on date of hire
10 annual paid U.S. observed holidays
401k with a best-in-class company match
Deferred compensation for eligible roles
Fitness reimbursement or on-site fitness facilities
Eligibility for tuition reimbursement
Company
Mastercard
Mastercard is a financial network that processes payments between banks and cardholders.
Founded in 1966
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2006-05-25IPO
Leadership Team
Michael Miebach
Chief Executive Officer
Ed McLaughlin
President & Chief Technology Officer
Recent News
Business News: Pasadena Star-News
2026-01-19
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