Visa · 1 day ago
Senior Accounting Analyst
Foster City, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$129K/yr - $187K/yr
4+ years expVisa is a world leader in payments and technology, and they are seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to manage accounting and finance operations for Visa’s corporate activities in North America. The role involves significant responsibilities including month-end close processes, consolidation, and process improvement initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with Visa Finance business functions to provide accounting support and contribute to process improvement, system optimization, and standardization projects
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for North America and global consolidation, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
Coordinate with regional accounting teams for timely and accurate submission of local reporting packages and adherence to accounting policies
Reconcile and prepare journal entries for payroll, equity, stock-based compensation, benefits, and related intercompany activities
Analyze, interpret, and record financial transactions, reporting this information accurately
Own specific components of the North America balance sheet and income statement, review balances during month-end closing, prepare balance sheet account reconciliations, and perform variance analysis and other analytical reviews
Identify and implement process improvements and automation to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the consolidation process
Assist with finance system transformation and accounting-to-reporting projects, ensuring best-in-class global close processes and effective internal controls documentation
Research and document conclusions on accounting issues, referencing GAAP pronouncements
Prepare quarterly financial schedules to support external reporting and audits
Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting operational documents and desktop procedures
Maintain a strong understanding of foreign currency accounting and reporting, providing guidance and implementing best practices
Support the preparation and review of 10K and 10Q filings, including footnotes and disclosures related to assigned areas
Regularly interact with various levels of management within and outside of Finance, internal and external audit teams, and participate in cross-functional projects
Ensure SOX 404 compliance for functional areas of responsibility
Qualification
Required
4 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD
CPA or CPA in Progress required
Preferred
6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor's Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
2+ years of experience in compensation and benefits, severance, pensions, long-term equity incentive plans (RSUs, ISO/NQ stock options, and ESPP), equity, and litigation accounting
Strong accounting, quantitative, and analytical skills, ability to apply key U.S. GAAP to various business situations
Experience in consolidation and intercompany accounting
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work under pressure and interact at all levels
Proficient with Oracle or similar enterprise accounting systems, familiarity with Workday
Background in continuous improvement methodologies to drive efficiency and effectiveness
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance
Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills, able to work independently and flexibly
Capable of managing complex projects and improving process efficiency
Strong team player with experience working with global teams
Proactive, self-starter with accountability for delegated tasks and projects
Attention to detail, deadline-driven, and results-oriented
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401 (k)
FSA/HSA
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Wellness Program
Company
Visa
Visa is a multinational financial services company that facilitates electronic payment systems throughout the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknownKey Investors
TNB Financial Services
2016-09-10Post Ipo Equity
2008-03-19IPO
Leadership Team
Ryan McInerney
Chief Executive Officer
Chris Suh
EVP & Chief Financial Officer
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