Financial AnalystAccounts Payable Analyst

As the worlds leader in digital payments technology Visas mission is to connect the world through the most creative reliable and secure payment network enabling individuals businesses and economies to thrive. Our advanced global processing network VisaNet provides secure and reliable payments around the world and is capable of handling more than 65000 transaction messages a second. The companys dedication to innovation drives the rapid growth of connected commerce on any device and fuels the dream of a cashless future for everyone everywhere. As the world moves from analog to digital Visa is applying our brand products people network and scale to reshape the future of commerce.

At Visa your individuality fits right in. Working here gives you an opportunity to impact the world invest in your career growth and be part of an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are a global team of disruptors trailblazers innovators and risktakers who are helping drive economic growth in even the most remote parts of the world creatively moving the industry forward and doing meaningful work that brings financial literacy and digital commerce to millions of unbanked consumers.

Role Description

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for Accounts Payable activities within the Corporate Controllership team reporting to the manager overseeing the payables processes for Global Shared Services. The primary focus of this role is to accurately process invoices in accordance with Visas policies and to promote One Visa by collaborating with many crossfunctional teams in effort to reduce the touchpoints to get a supplier paid.  

The role requires the ability to work in a complex and diverse international and multicurrency environment.  Key tasks include

• Ensure processing of invoices is in compliance with established key controls and within defined SLA for a portfolio of geographic countries.
• Provide strong customer service and demonstrate initiative in preventing invoice and payment issues
• Assist research and resolve invoice and payment issues with internal employees and external vendors within service level commitments
• Ensure special handling invoices for critical suppliers are processed timely and accurately
• Coordinate with Controllership and Sourcing analysts to increase Ariba adoption
• Support the AP import feed process for all automated invoice files which includes troubleshooting issues to resolution
• Interface with Sourcing and Supplier onboarding teams to resolve supplier setup issues related to Purchase Orders
• Assist in documentation of the Accounts Payable function. Train internal and external customers on policy and procedures
• Assist management with ad hoc projects as necessary for the Finance organization
• Assist with internal audit walkthrough and SOX documentation
• Extensive knowledge of key payables systems including Ariba and Oracle
• Focus on business line or supplier escalations identifying root cause and implementing solutions
• Ensure Withholding Tax (WHT) Goods and Services Tax (GST) Value Added Tax (VAT) and Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) are correctly accounted for and send monthly tax report to Outsource Service Providers for Tax Return Preparation
• Liaise with Outsource Service Providers and Tax department on treatment of withholding taxes.
• Perform quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accurate reporting with no aged unreconciled accounts
• Provide and address aged analysis on payable control account
• Prioritize tasks within job function balancing the need to meet tight deadlines and other corporate demands.
• Deliver continuous improvement of the payables processes

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 23 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.

Qualifications :

Basic Qualifications
2 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD or PhD)

Preferred Qualifications
3 or more years of work experience with a Bachelors Degree or more than 2 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters MBA JD MD)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong commitment to customer service
Fluent with the Procure to Pay principles and concept
Independent and selfmotivated Ability to work with little or no direct supervision
Strong problem solving and organizational skills
Attention to detail and a keen sense for accuracy
Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment with changing priorities
Ability to support team environment
Intermediate/Advanced excel skills
Knowledge of Microsoft office applications Oracle Financials and SAP product suite of Ariba and Concur
Knowledge of the payment industry
Working knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma principles and tools
Customer focused driven and can lead by example
Fluent in English

Additional Information :

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.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime