Finance Director - NA VAS Finance
Visa Inc., Foster City, CA, United States
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Investment & Performance Management
Lead annual operating plans, forecasts, and outlooks across a globally matrixed organization
Evaluate business performance, investments, and resource allocation, synthesizing insights for senior leadership
Identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities; recommend actions to improve performance and ROI
Continuously improve scalable processes for monthly and quarterly performance reporting and executive reviews
Partner with Financial Systems and Analytics teams to enhance and scale investment and cost analysis capabilities
Drive finance thought leadership to improve analytical standards, efficiency, and decision quality
Value-in-kind (VIK) Strategic Financial Plan
Develop and implement strategies to maximize the value of VIK partnerships and contributions
Liaise with Sales Ops, AEs, product leads across the company, and others as needed to budget and forecast VIK creation, inventory, and consumption (annual and multi-year plans)
Partner and consult with deal teams to model and review VIK terms in client contracts
Oversee the accurate recording and reporting of VIK transactions in accordance with accounting standards and regulations
Provide trainings to key stakeholders to drive awareness, support change management, drive process effectiveness as needed.
Strategic Advice and Executive Partnerships
Act as a trusted finance partner to NA VAS leadership, delivering rigorous insights to inform long‑term strategy and enterprise decisions
Maintain deep understanding of NA VAS strategies, priorities, and performance drivers across products, regions, and functions
Provide forward‑looking analysis that links financial outcomes to business objectives
Align financial frameworks and priorities with broader NA VAS, Global VAS, and Visa‑wide initiatives
Build strong, credibility‑based relationships across Finance, Product, Technology, and Operations
Business Engagement & Decision Enablement
Support senior leaders on investment proposals, business cases, and strategic initiatives
Deliver tailored, executive‑ready analysis and recommendations for diverse stakeholders
Provide clear perspectives on performance, investment trade‑offs, and resource allocation
Facilitate informed discussions on budgets, spend, and investment prioritization to reinforce ROI discipline
Develop and maintain financial tools and frameworks to support management decision‑making
Talent Development & Finance Leadership
Mentor and coach finance team members to strengthen analytical rigor and professional growth
Collaborate across finance to promote best practices, consistency, and high standards
Contribute to a strong finance community by sharing expertise, frameworks, and insights
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Basic Qualifications
10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD
Preferred Qualifications
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
Deep experience in Financial Planning & Analysis
Advanced level of Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, and other financial reporting systems
Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior executives and business partners
Exceptional ability to lead and mentor a high performing finance team, driving engagement, and further develop the top talent within the Finance organization
Able to work effectively in a dual reporting matrix environment
Ability to work effectively with other functional areas and understand the operational and cultural issues relevant to achieving superior results
Superior problem solving, analytical and project management skills with ability to communicate effectively with executive management
Client focused with tenacity to resolve issues and conflicts with excellent interpersonal and people management skills
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.
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for this position is 170,700.00 to 273,200.00 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. 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.
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Lead annual operating plans, forecasts, and outlooks across a globally matrixed organization
Evaluate business performance, investments, and resource allocation, synthesizing insights for senior leadership
Identify key drivers, risks, and opportunities; recommend actions to improve performance and ROI
Continuously improve scalable processes for monthly and quarterly performance reporting and executive reviews
Partner with Financial Systems and Analytics teams to enhance and scale investment and cost analysis capabilities
Drive finance thought leadership to improve analytical standards, efficiency, and decision quality
Value-in-kind (VIK) Strategic Financial Plan
Develop and implement strategies to maximize the value of VIK partnerships and contributions
Liaise with Sales Ops, AEs, product leads across the company, and others as needed to budget and forecast VIK creation, inventory, and consumption (annual and multi-year plans)
Partner and consult with deal teams to model and review VIK terms in client contracts
Oversee the accurate recording and reporting of VIK transactions in accordance with accounting standards and regulations
Provide trainings to key stakeholders to drive awareness, support change management, drive process effectiveness as needed.
Strategic Advice and Executive Partnerships
Act as a trusted finance partner to NA VAS leadership, delivering rigorous insights to inform long‑term strategy and enterprise decisions
Maintain deep understanding of NA VAS strategies, priorities, and performance drivers across products, regions, and functions
Provide forward‑looking analysis that links financial outcomes to business objectives
Align financial frameworks and priorities with broader NA VAS, Global VAS, and Visa‑wide initiatives
Build strong, credibility‑based relationships across Finance, Product, Technology, and Operations
Business Engagement & Decision Enablement
Support senior leaders on investment proposals, business cases, and strategic initiatives
Deliver tailored, executive‑ready analysis and recommendations for diverse stakeholders
Provide clear perspectives on performance, investment trade‑offs, and resource allocation
Facilitate informed discussions on budgets, spend, and investment prioritization to reinforce ROI discipline
Develop and maintain financial tools and frameworks to support management decision‑making
Talent Development & Finance Leadership
Mentor and coach finance team members to strengthen analytical rigor and professional growth
Collaborate across finance to promote best practices, consistency, and high standards
Contribute to a strong finance community by sharing expertise, frameworks, and insights
This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager.
Basic Qualifications
10 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or at least 8 years of work experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters/ MBA/JD/MD) or at least 3 years of work experience with a PhD
Preferred Qualifications
12 or more years of work experience with a Bachelor’s Degree or 8-10 years of experience with an Advanced Degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD) or 6+ years of work experience with a PhD
Deep experience in Financial Planning & Analysis
Advanced level of Excel, PowerPoint, Tableau, and other financial reporting systems
Strong executive presence and ability to influence senior executives and business partners
Exceptional ability to lead and mentor a high performing finance team, driving engagement, and further develop the top talent within the Finance organization
Able to work effectively in a dual reporting matrix environment
Ability to work effectively with other functional areas and understand the operational and cultural issues relevant to achieving superior results
Superior problem solving, analytical and project management skills with ability to communicate effectively with executive management
Client focused with tenacity to resolve issues and conflicts with excellent interpersonal and people management skills
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.
U.S. APPLICANTS ONLY: The estimated salary range for this position is 170,700.00 to 273,200.00 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. 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.
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