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The Senior Manager – SEC Reporting role is responsible for the integrity and accuracy of Visa’s quarterly SEC Form 10-Q and annual SEC Form 10-K filings. This role requires an aptitude for thought leadership for Visa’s SEC filings and oversight of financial reporting standards and requirements, including quarterly filings and reporting strategy.

This role includes active participation in planning, drafting and other activities that facilitate the efficient completion of those filings. Such activities include: (i) assisting in planning the quarterly drafting and review cycle, (ii) rolling forward and preparing schedule requests, preparing external reporting workpapers, partnering with other teams to rationalize and enhance current workpapers to increase efficiency and reduce risk (iii) work closely with other Senior Manager and Manager of External Reporting to prepare the 10-Q/K, Proxy and other filings and schedules supporting those filings and review each-others work (iii) monitoring the activities of accounting/regulatory standard setting bodies especially with respect to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) matters to assess their impact on existing processes and develop new processes to address the emerging ESG standards disclosure requirements working closely with the Director of External Reporting and the Visa Sustainability Team. (iv) Additionally, this role will assist the Technical Accounting Team, in updating accounting policies and procedures, participating in technical accounting analysis of significant or unusual transactions, drafting memos or reviewing recently issued accounting updates for its impact on Visa. This role reports to the Senior Director of External Reporting, and interacts regularly with external auditors, Legal and Investor Relations.

The successful candidate needs to have expertise in SEC reporting requirements and commitment to high quality financial reporting and experience. Additionally, the candidate will need to have the ability to implement processes to improve operational efficiency, work with cross-functional teams, and prepare disclosure analysis related to accounting issues, all with a strong sense of ownership and urgency.

Essential functions

Core leadership and participation in quarterly earnings, SEC filing process and other financial and governmental statutory reporting, including: (i) daily management of schedule requests, preparing and updating workpapers, (ii) participate in drafting and review of various sections of the quarterly and annual filings, including supporting the earnings release cycle, (iii) preparing quarterly analytical reviews to support Management’s Discussion and Analysis assessing quarterly transactions for accounting treatment and disclosure iv) keeping current on evolving ESG disclosure trends and evaluating ESG disclosure requirements are properly implemented, (v) provide insights on SEC control design to enhance the client’s ESG reporting processes. Execute all responsibilities in compliance with our SOX 404 internal control framework. Strategic Decision Making & Relationship Building: The tactical and strategic decisions will include making and supporting judgments and assumptions relating to Visa's financial statements and disclosures. Other aspects will require the ability to influence key stakeholders and deliver superior customer service. Participation in key SEC Reporting policies, including: (i) seeking feedback from stakeholders, and championing policy changes as business needs evolve, (ii) facilitating edits and updates, and obtaining proper approvals, and (iii), managing compliance and monitoring programs to ensure policy compliance. Support various aspects of the KPMG integrated audit, including: (i) planning pre-audit kick-off meetings, (ii) overseeing interim testing activities, (iii) completing various quarter-end tasks, (iv) managing audit requests, and (v) driving cost-saving efficiencies.

Success in this role will be measured by exhibited work product and demonstrated competencies.

Success includes:

• thorough understanding of the SEC Reporting process and timeline, including daily project management and oversight of quarterly 10-Q and earnings release processes
• established working relationships with key stakeholders
• proficiency in assigned areas including the accounting treatment of underlying transactions
• demonstrated time-management skills in order to meet quarterly reporting deadlines
• completion of assignments with accuracy and attention to detail

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.

• 8 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or at least 5 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 2 years of work experience with a PhD, including Big 4 public accounting experience and SEC reporting experience with a large publicly-traded company
• Certified Public Accountant
• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC accounting and reporting requirements
• Prior ESG reporting experience would be preferred but not required
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience researching and documenting disclosure guidance and the accounting treatment of issues
• Ability to effectively facilitate and present in group meetings
• Extremely detail oriented with strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic-thinking skills with a forward-looking focus
• Teamwork is essential to the group, so it is critical that the candidate interact with other team members and managers collaboratively and effectively
• Excellent time management, organizational, and project management skills with experience in working toward tight deadlines
• Experience with SOX 404 and internal control over financial reporting
• Advanced proficiency with Workiva (formerly Webfilings) and XBRL
• Demonstrated professional commitment, initiative, accountability and ownership of assignments
• Driven to add value and continuously seek opportunities for improvement both individually and as a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adept at handling change

• 9 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 7 or more relevant years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 3 or more years of experience with a PhD
• Prior ESG reporting experience would be preferred but not required

Work Hours: Varies upon the needs of the department.

Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time.

Mental/Physical Requirements: This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the incumbent to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers.

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.

Visa will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local law, including the requirements of Article 49 of the San Francisco Police Code.