Senior Accountant - North America Controllership

Shape the Future of Finance at Visa

Visa is transforming the accounting function through automation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven insights—and we're looking for a highly motivated Senior Accountant to help lead that evolution.

This role is part of a high-performing North America Controllership team. It provides exposure to finance leadership, SEC reporting, financial systems, and strategic transformation initiatives in one of the world's most recognized payment technology companies.

Location: Foster City, CA (Hybrid – Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays in office)

• Prepare and review complex journal entries and supporting analyses for the monthly and quarterly close process.
• Own key balance sheet and income statement accounts, performing detailed variance analysis and ensuring financial accuracy.
• Research, analyze, and document accounting conclusions in accordance with U.S. GAAP and Visa accounting policies.
• Support quarterly and annual reporting requirements, including SEC filing processes and external audit requests.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure SOX compliance through effective process execution and documentation.

• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and eliminate manual activities through automation and technology solutions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to redesign financial workflows and implement scalable, best-in-class accounting practices.
• Leverage tools such as Power BI, AI-enabled technologies, and automation platforms to improve efficiency, reporting, and data quality.
• Help shape the future state of accounting operations by participating in strategic finance transformation initiatives.

• Collaborate with FP&A, SEC Reporting, Global Finance Shared Services, Tax, Internal Audit, and other stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by providing accounting guidance and business insights to cross-functional partners.
• Support special projects, system implementations, and process enhancement initiatives that strengthen organizational effectiveness.

• Strong technical accounting foundation with the ability to apply U.S. GAAP to complex business transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems and drive process improvements.
• Passion for automation, innovation, and leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, to improve accounting processes.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong business partnership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

• 5+ years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of experience with an Advanced degree (Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of experience with a PhD.
• CPA license (or international equivalent).

• 6+ years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4+ years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD.
• Progressive accounting experience in a combination of public accounting (Big 4 preferred) and publicly traded companies.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience supporting SEC reporting and external audits.
• Experience with finance transformation, process optimization, or technology implementation.
• Experience with in a complex, global organization.
• Proficiency with Oracle, FCCS, Black Line, or similar enterprise accounting systems.
• Experience with Power BI, automation tools, AI-enabled technologies, or data analytics solutions.
• Strong understanding of Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) compliance and internal control frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to independently manage competing priorities while delivering high‑quality results.

• Be part of a Controllership organization actively embracing AI and automation.
• Influence strategic accounting transformation…