Senior Accounting Manager - job 6 of 20

As the Senior Accounting Manager at Visa, you will lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals, manage the month-end close process, oversee compensation and benefits accounting, and ensure compliance with US GAAP and SOX 404. You will collaborate with various departments and drive process improvements within the accounting function.

To be considered for the Senior Accounting Manager position at Visa, candidates should possess a solid understanding of US GAAP, experience in equity accounting and stock-based compensation, and knowledge of SOX 404 compliance. Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage a team effectively are also crucial for this role.

In the role of Senior Accounting Manager at Visa, you will collaborate with key stakeholders from Payroll, Treasury, Tax, HR, and more. This cross-functional interaction is essential for maintaining accurate financial reporting and developing robust processes and controls across the organization.

The work environment for a Senior Accounting Manager at Visa is hybrid, allowing you to alternate between remote and office work. You're expected to be in the office three days a week, fostering a collaborative atmosphere while also enjoying the flexibility of working from home.

Visa is committed to your career development as a Senior Accounting Manager, offering opportunities to lead impactful projects, engage in system optimizations, and develop mentorship skills within the accounting team. This supportive environment encourages continuous learning and professional growth.

For this question, share specific examples from your previous roles that highlight your expertise in leading month-end close processes. Discuss how you ensure accurate reconciliations and timely reporting, mentioning any tools or strategies you've used to streamline these processes.

Explain your approach to maintaining compliance by outlining the internal controls you've implemented and how you keep updated with the latest accounting standards. Mention any experiences working directly with auditors or leading compliance initiatives.

Use this opportunity to reflect on a specific situation where you had to address team dynamics. Discuss how you fostered collaboration, motivated your team, and created an atmosphere where everyone felt empowered to contribute to solutions.

Share specific methods you’ve implemented in past roles to encourage process automation and improvements. Explain how you’ve measured the impact of these changes on the team's productivity and the accuracy of financial reporting.

Discuss your approach to preparing for audits, including gathering documentation and training your team on what to expect. Highlight your experience in effectively communicating with auditors to ensure smooth and efficient audit processes.

Describe your previous roles in managing equity accounting and how you ensure accurate reporting. Mention any relevant systems or methodologies you’ve utilized to maintain compliance and the controls you’ve put in place.

Talk about specific techniques you use to prioritize tasks effectively. Provide examples of how you’ve successfully managed time-sensitive projects while maintaining meticulous attention to detail and quality.

Identify specific KPIs you track in the accounting department, such as turnaround time for month-end close, accuracy of financial reports, and compliance benchmarks. Explain how these metrics influence decision-making and team operations.

Share your strategies for staying current with industry trends, such as subscribing to professional publications, attending workshops, and engaging with online forums. Express your commitment to continuous education and professional development.

Select a specific project where you implemented a new software system or a revised process that led to measurable improvements. Discuss the challenges you faced, your approach to overcoming them, and the positive results achieved.