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Visa Inc. is recruiting a Senior Financial Analyst to provide assistance with the SOX program, specifically in the design and testing of Information Technology  controls, in a complex environment which includes both open and distributed platforms. This position will be located in Foster City. This is a high profile/high impact position with plenty of opportunity for exposure to senior management team. Results of the work performed by this team are typically shared with senior management, audit committee and external auditors.

Primary Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Senior Financial Analyst includes execution of the Visa Inc. SOX program in accordance with the COSO 2013 and PCAOB guidelines. It requires the individual to have understanding and working knowledge of the end to end SOX program.

The company has an established and documented SOX program with a defined methodology which has been operating successfully for 9+ years. Our environment is continually changing with new implementations moving us to a more automated environment. This is requiring us to have a strong internal SOX team, specifically with deep expertise in IT to enable us to design and execute new controls addressing the appropriate key risks.

 The specific Specifically, the following would be the key responsibilities of this role:  following:

• Design and Implementation of SOX 404 Program
  • Continuous controls rationalization to ensure that the controls are truly reflecting the objective and risk they are designed to address.
  • Continuous monitoring of in-scope applications, databases and servers to identify any gaps, changes etc. Identify new in-scope systems and document controls for new system implementations, as needed
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• Execution of the SOX 404 Program
  • Lead the test of design and test of operating effectiveness with stakeholders and external auditors
  • Assess and test IT controls, with due consideration for embedded and automated system controls, whilst also considering and assessing the impact of IT on business and finance processes
  • Assist in evaluating, monitoring and resolving material findings (Internal and External Audit, etc.)
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• Stakeholder communications
  • Continuous education and reinforcement of the controls and risks with stakeholders
  • Clearly articulate to stakeholders including Senior Management findings, its impact to the company and ways to solutions the issues. 
  • Liaison with process owners and other stakeholders; prepare business for internal and external audit reviews
  • As a subject matter expert in risks and controls, use sound discretion and professional judgment when interacting with business owners, senior management and external auditors.
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• Drive Process Efficiency
  • Challenge status quo and bring effective ideas to enhance the SOX program. For example, could a control be designed and tested more effectively; are process owners executing duplicate controls etc.
  • Participate in process reviews and identify opportunities for significant enhancements in operational efficiency, overall effectiveness and identifiable benefits to the company
  • Make recommendations and decisions on what will be most beneficial to the company, strive for an optimum balance between implementing and executing controls versus the cost of implementing controls

Decision Making and Complexity:

Organizational Scope:

• Currently, there will be no direct reports to this position.
• This position will be located in Foster City and report to the Director 
• Work extensively in a team environment with business process owners and prepare business for internal and external audit reviews.
• Participate in meetings with Senior Management to discuss findings and develop solutions.

Key Competencies:

• Proven experience in the execution of an end to end SOX program.  Must have strong IT audit or IT controls experience
• Good understanding of risks and controls both Information technology and Business Processes
• Detail oriented and be able to work well under pressure and accustomed to project work with tight deadlines.
• Creative, self-starter, quick thinker and dedicated individual who is eager to put  his/her stamp on this job role. 
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with demonstrated intellectual and analytical rigor.
• Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic and flexible.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.