Manager, Technical Accounting & External Reporting - job 19 of 21

As a Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa, you will primarily act as a technical accounting subject matter expert, ensuring proper accounting treatments for complex transactions. Your role involves preparing and reviewing SEC filings like 10-Qs and 10-Ks, conducting technical accounting training sessions for the finance team, and working closely with internal and external auditors to support reviews and audits. Additionally, you'll evaluate new accounting standards and help operationalize accounting policies.

Candidates for the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting position at Visa should have a solid background in US GAAP, a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, and preferably a CPA certification. Having experience in a similar role, knowledge of SEC reporting, and strong analytical skills are also essential to succeed in this position.

Visa is committed to continuous learning and professional development for all its employees, including the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting. You will have opportunities to participate in training sessions and workshops, not only to enhance your technical skills but also to stay updated on the latest accounting standards and regulatory changes impacting our business.

The work environment for the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa is collaborative and engaging. You'll work in a hybrid setup, allowing for a mix of remote work and office engagements. This flexibility encourages healthy work-life balance while ensuring you can effectively communicate with diverse teams across the organization.

As a Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa, you’ll experience a hybrid work environment, which allows you to split your time between home and the office. The expectation is that you’ll work from the office at least three days a week, ensuring you can collaborate effectively with your team and other departments while benefiting from flexible remote work.

In your response, share specific examples of your experience working with US GAAP, highlighting your ability to navigate complex accounting transactions. Discuss how you've applied GAAP principles in real-world scenarios and your understanding of recent changes to accounting standards.

Provide a structured approach in your answer, discussing how you assess transactions and apply relevant accounting literature. Illustrate this with an example where you exercised judgment in a previous role, emphasizing your analytical and problem-solving skills.

It’s important to highlight your understanding of SOX 404 requirements and provide examples of implementing effective controls in accounting processes, including training and monitoring compliance.

In your response, explain your approach to continuous learning. Mention resources you rely on such as professional accounting journals, webinars, and industry conferences. Describing specific instances of how you've applied new standards in previous roles can give your answer greater impact.

Detail your previous involvement with SEC filings, including your role in preparing and reviewing financial statements, footnote disclosures, and related documentation. Elaborate on your understanding of the filing process and any key challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

Discuss your time-management skills and provide examples of how you prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance. Emphasize your ability to adapt and communicate with team members to ensure alignment on project deadlines.

Provide a detailed account of your experience collaborating with internal or external auditors. Explain how you prepared necessary documents, responded to inquiries, and what you learned through the process to improve future audit readiness.

Outline your strategy for introducing new accounting policies, focusing on communication, training, and support. Providing a case where you successfully rolled out a policy with your team will illustrate your ability to lead this process effectively.

List specific skills, such as knowledge of accounting standards, analytical thinking, a detail-oriented approach, and effective communication. Provide examples of how these skills have contributed positively to your past roles.

Identify potential challenges such as keeping pace with regulatory changes or managing cross-functional team dynamics. Offer strategic solutions on how you would proactively address these challenges to maintain effective accounting practices.