Manager, Technical Accounting & External Reporting - job 20 of 21

As the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa, you’ll be tasked with a variety of essential functions. Your primary responsibilities will include acting as a technical accounting expert, determining accounting treatments for significant transactions, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and authoritative literature. Additionally, you will participate in preparing and reviewing Visa’s quarterly and annual SEC filings, maintain robust accounting policies, and support auditors during quarterly and year-end reviews.

To qualify for the Manager, Technical Accounting & External Reporting role at Visa, candidates should possess a strong background in technical accounting, particularly in US GAAP. A degree in accounting or finance is typically required, along with significant professional experience in technical accounting roles. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders are also crucial for success in this position.

As the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa, you’ll find a dynamic work environment that supports a hybrid model, allowing for flexibility between remote work and office presence. Visa fosters a collaborative atmosphere where you will partner closely with global teams, share knowledge, and contribute to ongoing training within the finance organization. You will be part of a supportive team that values your expertise and encourages professional growth.

In your role as the Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa, you will play a crucial role in assessing the accounting implications for various business initiatives and strategic alliances. By evaluating new accounting standards and implementing relevant changes, you'll ensure that Visa effectively navigates complex transactions, which is vital for supporting the company’s growth and innovation.

The Manager of Technical Accounting & External Reporting at Visa will assist in delivering ongoing technical accounting training to the finance team. This training will cover important accounting standards, policies, and procedures, helping to align the team's knowledge and practices with the latest developments in the field. This is a great opportunity to share your expertise and foster a culture of continuous learning within Visa.

In discussing your experience with US GAAP, be sure to highlight specific areas where you have applied GAAP principles. You could mention experience with revenue recognition, expense allocations, or how you've navigated complex transactions. Tailor your response to include high-level details of your past roles and any relevant accomplishments.

When addressing complex technical accounting issues, explain your systematic approach to identifying the problem, researching the relevant accounting standards, drafting an analysis, and collaborating with your team or stakeholders. Mention any tools or resources you leverage to support your decision-making process.

In your response, outline your organized approach to preparing SEC filings, which typically includes gathering financial data, reviewing and auditing footnotes, coordinating with legal and compliance teams, and ensuring adherence to deadlines. Give an example of a filing you've worked on to demonstrate your practical experience.

Discuss your familiarity with the SOX 404 internal control framework and how you have implemented controls in your previous positions. Provide examples of how you identified risks, documented processes, and collaborated with auditors to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

Highlight your ability to simplify complex accounting concepts into understandable terms for non-financial team members. You might mention using visual aids, presentations, or personal meetings to foster comprehension and facilitate collaborative decision-making.

Share a specific situation where you faced a significant accounting decision, detailing the challenge, your thought process, the sources you consulted, and the final decision. Emphasize the impact your decision had on the company, showing your ability to make informed judgments.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning, such as subscribing to professional accounting journals, attending seminars, and participating in webinars or industry conferences. Highlight specific examples of recent changes you've adopted or adapted to within your work.

Illustrate how you prioritize collaboration when working on accounting matters. Mention specific instances where working closely with cross-functional teams helped you achieve better outcomes, reinforce best practices, or resolve complex issues effectively.

Provide details of your experience in drafting and reviewing footnote disclosures for financial statements. Mention your adherence to standards, specific disclosures you've handled, and how your attention to detail improved the end result.

Share a challenging audit experience that tested your skills and resilience. Mention how you approached the audit, your role in addressing any issues that arose, and the outcome, highlighting your ability to manage pressure and maintain compliance.