Sr. Manager, Controllership

Visa Greater China Finance Team supports Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan markets. Controllership is part of Greater China Finance organization and is in charge of US and local accounting and reporting requirements, ensuring books and records properly reflect transactions executed.

As a Sr. Manager, Controllership, you will be accountable for Accounting to Reporting and Accounts Payable activities for Greater China entities, conduct analytical reviews, manage technical and operational accounting issues, and manage statutory audits.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance Transformation & Operational Readiness:

• Support Sr. Director in leading Finance project management and coordination for strategic business initiatives, from design and implementation through operational readiness and transition to BAU.
• Coordinate Finance requirements, dependencies, milestones, risks and key decisions, ensuring alignment with overall program timelines.
• Drive the establishment of local Finance and accounting capabilities, including accounting processes, system requirements, reporting, reconciliation and control considerations.

Accounting to Reporting & Finance Governance:

• Manage ongoing accounting and reporting activities as new business capabilities transition from implementation into BAU operations.
• Oversee accounting and reporting matters arising from both new initiatives and ongoing business activities, ensuring appropriate accounting treatment and financial reporting.
• Review complex or non-routine transactions and coordinate with relevant subject matter experts where technical accounting assessment is required.
• Manage financial reporting processes to ensure internal and external financial results are timely, accurate and in accordance with US GAAP, local GAAP and applicable accounting and reporting requirements.
• Manage statutory financial statement audits, including the completion of audited financial statements.
• Establish and maintain robust controls over accounting and financial reporting, ensuring Finance policies, procedures and controls are appropriately designed, documented and consistently executed.

Finance Excellence & Operational Effectiveness:

• Continuously improve accounting, reporting and Finance processes to enhance accuracy, scalability and operational effectiveness.
• Partner with Market Support Center and core process owners to standardize processes, strengthen controls and enhance Finance operating capabilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Economics or a related quantitative discipline, an MBA is highly desired.
• 10+ years of progress experience in audit or accounting, working in a large and fast paced multinational commercial environment.
• Certified Public Accountant or Chartered/Certified Accountant license required and Big 4 public accounting and audit experience.
• Superior business English, both oral and written is essential.
• Deep knowledge of US GAAP and China GAAP, with experience applying accounting standards to complex business transactions.
• Hands-on experience in accounting system implementation, including finance requirements, process design, testing, implementation, and transition to operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, experience with Oracle and Ariba.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI, automation, and digital tools to enhance Finance processes, project management, analytics, and operational efficiency.
• Excellent analytical skills to prepare and review fluctuation and forecast schedules.
• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and influencing skills and ability to work effectively in a matrix management structure in a complex and diverse, international and multicultural environment.
• Self-directed and motivated to continuously improve processes to exceed customer expectations and help promote a best-in-class organization.
• Customer focused, driven and can lead by example.