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• Analyze, interpret, and record financial transactions, and report this information.
• Research and document conclusions on accounting issues with references to GAAP pronouncements.
• Complete complex account reconciliations and journal entries to support the monthly close process.
• Work with project managers and finance business partners on internally developed software ASC 350 40 initiatives.
• Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting operational procedures.
• Own specific components of the North America balance sheet and income statement, review balances during month-end closing, and perform flux and other analytical reviews.
• Support the preparation and review of 10K and 10Q filings, including footnotes and disclosures related to assigned areas.
• Review emerging technology contracts for US GAAP compliance, including review of agreements for proper accounting treatment and application of revenue recognition principles.
• Regular interaction with various levels of management within and outside of Finance, internal and external audit teams, and participation in cross-functional projects.
• Maintain process documentation and ensure SOX 404 compliance for functional areas of responsibility.

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.

Basic Qualifications

• 5 or more years of relevant work experience with a Bachelors Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 0 years of work experience with a PhD

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or 4 or more years of relevant experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or up to 3 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• Must have a BS in Accounting or related field, CPA, and at least five to seven years of progressive professional accounting experience, preferably in a publicly-traded company and/or with a public accounting firm.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including excellent written, oral, listening and presentational skills and ability to work well under pressure and interact at all levels are also required.
• In-depth knowledge and recent experience with application of ASC 350-40.
• Strong technical, quantitative and analytical skills
• Proficient with Oracle or similar enterprise accounting system
• Background with continuous improvement methodologies, driving increases in efficiency and effectiveness
• Familiarity with Sarbanes-Oxley internal control compliance
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Capable of handling multiple tasks, possess good organizational, communication, and analytical skills, able to work independently, and be extremely flexible
• Welcomes challenging and complex projects and demonstrates an ability for working smarter not harder by making continuous improvement to the efficiency of processes he or she contributes to.
• Strong team player collaborates well with others to solve problems and actively incorporates input from various sources and has experience working with others on a global basis
• Change oriented actively generates process improvements and champions and drives change initiatives, confronts difficult circumstances in creative ways
• Proactive, a self-starter who is accountable and exhibits ownership of delegated tasks and projects

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.

U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position is 118,500.00 to 171,750.00 USD per year, which may include potential sales incentive payments (if applicable). Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. In addition, this position may be eligible for bonus and equity. Visa has a comprehensive benefits package for which this position may be eligible that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 (k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Program.