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Financial Analyst - SSA Digital Partnerships, Fintech & Ventures

Company Description

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.

Job Description

The role supports the Digital Partnerships, Fintech & Ventures (DP&V) team to develop and manage Visa’s strategic relationships and related programs with strategic partners. Visa’s partners in this sector are leading global and regional brands, representing high-profile digital banks and wallets, mobile network operators, eCommerce merchants and processors, and represent a fast-growing PV and revenue opportunity for Visa. The role is expected to work closely with Visa’s Product, as well as other stakeholders such as Legal, Finance, Marketing etc. teams to execute deliverables that are typically highly complex, strategic, and cross-functional in nature

Responsibilities include:

Conduct financial and business analysis of strategic opportunities for Visa capabilities that increases revenue for both parties through a deep understanding of the partner’s business and evolving industry context, including payment strategy and solutions
Conduct financial modeling to create a commercial business case, create internal approval and client-facing materials
Support strategic opportunities from initiation to proposal and approval stages through cross-functional coordination
Support business development efforts to engage with new innovative partners
Support day-to-day relationship management for strategic partners, expanding Visa’s reach with the partner across functional groups
Ensure data integrity and consistency of information as well as organized documentation and data sources used

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 2-3 set days a week (determined by leadership/site), with a general guidepost of being in the office 50% or more of the time based on business needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 2-3+ years relevant experience
• Financial modeling and commercial structuring skills
• Business acumen
• Analytical ability with high attention to detail and critical thinking
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication skills with client-facing or sales operations experience
• Demonstrated creative problem solving with ability to collaborate and build consensus cross-functionally
• Highly motivated self-starter capable of working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Payments or financial services industry experience preferred
• Teamwork, interpersonal & relationship-building skills, and ability to lead by influence and example
• Ability to influence and work within matrixed environment
• Must be proactive, high-energy, motivated team player capable of delivering on multiple initiatives on tight timelines

Additional Information

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.

What You Should Know About Financial Analyst - SSA Digital Partnerships, Fintech & Ventures, Visa

As a Financial Analyst in the SSA Digital Partnerships, Fintech & Ventures team at Visa, you're stepping into an exciting role that directly influences industry-leading initiatives in the payments landscape. Imagine collaborating with some of the most cutting-edge digital banks and eCommerce merchants in Johannesburg, where your analytical prowess will help foster valuable partnerships. You’ll conduct in-depth financial and business analyses, diving into the complexities of strategic opportunities that drive revenue for both Visa and its partners. This position allows you to hone your financial modeling skills while crafting compelling business cases that play a pivotal role in high-stakes decisions. You'll work alongside various teams, such as Product, Legal, and Marketing, ensuring that all projects move smoothly from inception to approval. Your insight and business acumen will support day-to-day relationship management, expanding Visa's influence across diverse functional groups. Plus, with a flexible hybrid work model, you can enjoy the perfect balance of working remotely and collaborating in the office. Join Visa and be part of a mission that uplifts everyone, everywhere, while making impactful contributions to the future of payments technology. Your career journey starts here!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Financial Analyst - SSA Digital Partnerships at Visa?

As a Financial Analyst - SSA Digital Partnerships at Visa, your responsibilities encompass conducting financial analysis of strategic opportunities, collaborating with teams across the organization to execute complex projects, and supporting day-to-day relationship management with strategic partners. You will also be involved in developing financial models and creating materials that support business development efforts.