Senior Accounting Analyst

Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose – to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.

Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.

Team Description

You’ll be joining Visa’s North American Controllership team, which is responsible for the accounting and financial operations of the North American business as well as the corporate accounting activities for Visa. We’re the engine behind the financial operations of Visa’s largest market, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic insight across accounting activities. The team is part of the broader Global Controllership function within Global Finance.

Job Description

We’re seeking a Senior Accounting Analyst to elevate our North America Controllership team. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to be part of a dynamic group that is instrumental in crafting the future of AI in the accounting function. Your expertise will help drive flawless execution, ensuring that we maintain our outstanding standards. The individual will perform a variety of tasks ranging from close activities to accounting automation and play an important part in the transformation of the accounting function at Visa.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of US GAAP, solid analytical and problem-solving skills, and ability to improve accounting processes including utilizing GenAI. Success in this role requires collaboration across teams, a strong sense of ownership, and the ability to execute with urgency.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in redesigning financial processes to identify inefficiencies and automating routine tasks such as journal entries and account reconciliations. Leverage tools such as Power BI and AI models to streamline processes and drive efficiency
• Prepare complex journal entries to support period end close
• Perform quarterly account reconciliation reviews in Blackline to ensure compliance with accounting policies and US GAAP with the goal of understanding and resolving process gaps and inefficiencies
• Own assigned components of the balance sheet and income statement, including month end review and variance analysis
• Research and document accounting conclusions in accordance with U.S. GAAP, applying sound judgment and company accounting policies
• Maintain SOX compliance through strong process documentation and control execution
• Prepare quarterly and annual reporting packages supporting SEC filings
• Act as a business partner, sharing accounting expertise across global departments. Collaborate with FP&A, SEC Reporting, Global Finance Shared Services and other business stakeholders to ensure accurate internal management and external reporting during close.
• Support special projects as needed

Location

• This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.  ​
• This role is based in Foster City, CA, with an on-site presence required three days per week (Tuesday–Thursday).

 

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s 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
• 5 years of relevant work experience with a bachelor’s degree in accounting
• CPA or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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
• Experience in a publicly traded company and/or public accounting firm
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements
• Proficiency with Oracle (including FCCS) or similar enterprise accounting systems and advanced excel skills
• Proficiency with automation technologies such as Power BI and modern AI tools
• Solid understanding of Sarbanes Oxley, internal control compliance
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiency
• Experience leveraging automation and AI enabled tools to enhance accounting processes, analysis, and reporting
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Organized, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently in a fast-paced‑ environment
• Highly accountable, proactive, change oriented

 

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Location(s): Preferred locations for CS roles include - Miami, Atlanta, Austin & Ashburn

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% 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 this position is 129,000.00 to 206,700.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related 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.