Manager Technical Accounting External Reporting

We are looking for a Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting with a strong technical accounting background in US GAAP. This is an individual contributor role on a team of five reporting to the Director of Technical Accounting & External Reporting. This is a global position and will partner closely with global and regional accounting teams treasury FP&A product tax HR and other teams across the organization to assess the accounting implications for Visas core and emerging products business initiatives and strategic alliances. This role will also participate in the preparation and review of Visas quarterly and annual SEC filings (10Q and 10K).

Essential Functions

• Act as one of Visas technical accounting subject matter experts.

• Exercise judgment within defined policies and authoritative literature to determine appropriate accounting on significant and unusual transactions.

• Ensure appropriate documentation of accounting treatment of complex and highly judgmental transactions including analysis relevant literature and conclusion.

• Evaluate the impact of certain new accounting standards prepare assessment papers and execute the implementation.

• Create and maintain accounting policies and partner with stakeholders to operationalize accounting policies and procedures.

• Participate in the preparation and review of financial statements and footnote disclosures for 10Qs and 10Ks as well as earnings materials.

• Assist in the presentation of ongoing technical accounting training to the finance organization.

• Work with internal and external auditors to support quarterend reviews and yearend audits by providing timely & accurate data and communication.

• Assist in quarterly and annual impairment assessments as well as special accounting and finance projects on an adhoc basis.

• Execute all responsibilities in compliance with our SOX 404 internal control framework.

This is a hybrid position. Hybrid employees can alternate time between both remote and office. Employees in hybrid roles are expected to work from the office 3 set days a week with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications:
5 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
Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP
Effective technical writing and research skills and some experience in the
implementation and handling of complex U.S. GAAP accounting matters
A team player adept at building relationships across the organization
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel Word Powerpoint and Outlook)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is highly desirable

Preferred Qualifications:
7 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 5 years of
experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD) or 2 years of
experience with a PhD including 3 years Big 4 accounting experience
Strong problemsolving skills and ability to apply sound judgment in order to:
facilitate problem identification generate alternative solutions adapt to
changing situations and manage issues to a successful resolution
Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching accounting guidance
and documenting accounting treatment of issues for a variety of topics such
as revenue recognition and hedge accounting
Proven ability to research clearly articulate and document complex technical
accounting issues
Strong organizational and project management skills with experience
managing multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills including written and verbal
communication especially in developing positions and presenting to
management auditors and nonaccounting stakeholders.
Demonstrated professional commitment initiative accountability and
ownership of assignments.
Experience in the preparation of financial statements and footnotes for a
publicly traded company.

Additional Information :

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 510% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting.  The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk communicate in person and by telephone frequently operate standard office equipment such as telephones and computers.

Visa is an EEO Employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability or protected veteran status.  Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 124600.00 to 180650.00 USD per year which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on jobrelated factors which may include knowledge skills experience and location. In addition this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical Dental Vision 401 (k) FSA/HSA Life Insurance Paid Time Off and Wellness Program.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime