Finance Manager, Global Advisory Services - job 9 of 20

As a Finance Manager at Visa in the Global Advisory Services team, you will lead key financial activities including annual financial planning, conducting quarterly outlook and business reviews, and managing monthly rolling forecasts. Your role will involve analyzing financial performance, providing insights to senior leadership and executive management, and driving key business decisions. You will also play a crucial part in establishing efficient processes and expanding reporting capabilities.

Candidates for the Finance Manager role at Visa should ideally have a strong background in financial and business analytics, with experience in public companies being a plus. A deep understanding of financial management, team collaboration in a global environment, and robust analytical skills are essential. Strong influencing capabilities will enable effective communication and partnership with stakeholders across regions.

The Finance Manager at Visa plays a pivotal role in driving business growth by delivering essential analytics, identifying financial risks and opportunities, and recommending measures to improve business margins. By partnering closely with cross-functional teams and aligning financial strategies with broader company initiatives, the Finance Manager helps elevate the performance of the Global Advisory Services business.

As a Finance Manager at Visa in Foster City, you'll enjoy a hybrid work environment that allows for both in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. This flexible arrangement supports a balanced work-life dynamic while allowing you to maintain strong communications and relationships with your colleagues across different functions and geographies.

In the Finance Manager role at Visa, you’ll lead ad-hoc projects aimed at enhancing the overall performance of the Finance team and the organization. These initiatives could range from process improvements, streamlining reporting deliverables, to strategizing on investment decisions that impact the Global Advisory Services, allowing you to truly make a mark on the business.

When answering this question, focus on your analytical skills and flexibility in adjusting forecasts based on changing market conditions. Describe specific methodologies you've employed in the past and emphasize the importance of collaboration with other departments in obtaining accurate data.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) when answering. Outline the context in which you provided your financial insight, the analysis you conducted, how you presented it, and the ultimate impact on decision-making.

Highlight your communication skills and ability to build relationships. Discuss specific strategies, such as regular check-ins, clear goal setting, and leveraging collaborative tools, ensuring everyone aligns with financial objectives.

Discuss your method for evaluating risks, such as conducting market assessments, scenario analysis, and keeping abreast of economic indicators. Also, mention how you identify opportunities based on financial performance trends.

Mention specific financial software you’ve worked with, such as SAP, Oracle, or Excel. Explain how you utilize these tools to enhance reporting capabilities and streamline operations within a finance team.

Talk about your processes for data validation, review protocols, and reconciliation methods. Highlight the importance of time management and attention to detail to prevent discrepancies in financial reporting.

Detail how you set deadlines for each stage of the planning process, such as data collection, analysis, and review, ensuring that all stakeholders are aware of their responsibilities and timelines.

Emphasize the importance of data-driven discussions. Describe how you remain open to feedback while advocating for your analysis, and the methods you use to find common ground in financial conversations.

Discuss how you leverage technology to automate processes, improve data accuracy, and enhance reporting capabilities. Specific examples of tools or software that have improved your analytical efficiency could be very impactful.

Identify KPIs pertinent to financial health, such as revenue growth, expense ratios, and profit margins. Discuss how tracking these KPIs helps inform your recommendations and guide strategic decisions.