Manager, Accounting

Manager, Accounting About Mastercard

Position Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented and results-driven Manager, Accounting to lead and manage the accounting operations within our Global Business Solutions (GBS) organization. This role will play a critical part in ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and compliance of accounting activities, supporting both corporate and statutory reporting requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in accounting operations, a proven ability to manage teams, and experience working in a fast-paced, global environment. This position requires a hands-on approach to managing processes, resolving issues timely, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and invest in to ensure operational excellence with a highly customer centric approach.
Role Responsibilities:
Accounting Operations Management:
- Oversee the day-to-day accounting operations, including cash reconciliation, general ledger management, month-end and year-end close processes, reconciling cash and cash equivalent accounts, effective monitoring of control accounts and variance analysis of periodic movements around our diverse global cash operations.
- Ensure compliance with US GAAP and corporate policies.
- Manage the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, and subledger-to-general ledger reconciliations.
Collaborate closely with Treasury and cross-functional teams to drive the accurate and efficient management of cash operations

Financial Reporting Compliance:
- Support audit requirements.
- Ensure timely and accurate delivery of financial and operational reports, balance sheet disclosures/footnotes, meeting internal and external deadlines.
- Maintain a robust internal control framework to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Team Leadership Development:
- Able to lead, mentor and motivate a team of accounting professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
- Able to provide coaching and development opportunities to enhance team members technical and leadership skills.
- Allocate tasks effectively, ensuring team efficiency and alignment with organizational priorities.

Process Improvement Optimization:
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency in accounting operations.
- Leverage technology and automation tools, to optimize accounting processes.
- Drive standardization of accounting practices across multiple entities and regions.
- Drive usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automations for process efficiencies and effectiveness.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Treasury, Corporate Controllership, to support business needs and strategic initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with senior management, providing insights into accounting operations and key financial metrics.
- Address escalations from internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely resolution of issues.

All About You:
- Bachelor s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA, CA, or equivalent certification preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a SME/lead role.
- Strong understanding of subledger and controlling accounts for AP, AR, Intercompany etc
- Strong technical expertise in accounting operations, including GL management, reconciliations, and close processes.
- In-depth knowledge of GAAP, IFRS, and statutory reporting requirements.
- Proficiency in Oracle systems is must
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong commitment to customer service excellence, featuring a customer-centric mindset
- Thorough understanding of MS Excel (Knowledge in PowerBI/Power Automate is beneficial)
- Drive usage of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automations for process efficiencies and effectiveness

• Abide by Mastercard s security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard s guidelines.