Central and Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa (CEMEA) combines nearly 90 emerging markets in one of the most diverse and multicultural regions in the world. The region is also Visa’s fastest-growing region. It has a unique story and is a blend of history, innovation and opportunity. By 2025, this region will account for more than 25% of the global population. Just think about that: one in four of the world’s citizens will live in this region. The region’s markets are evolving in different ways, at different speeds, with contrasting political, economic, social and technological challenges.

Purpose

The primary focus is to provide sound financial analysis and insight to support business decisions.

The role will cover both in-depth analysis of reported results as well as working on financial data analytics to help explain business trends and align on future investments. The role necessitates a highly analytical mind and a strong technical background of using business and finance tools. The role also requires flexibility in terms of supporting specials projects, namely financial support in modelling multi-year plans and scenarios supporting the growth objectives of the functions.

Job Description

Working in a matrixed organization, reporting directly to Senior Director Sales and Marketing, and working closely with CEMEA Functional Heads. The role is responsible for all the aspects of financial planning, analysis and reporting of MS&A and CyberSource. It is expected to create and maintain a high standard of financial discipline, business decision support, and accountability within the region. This role is also responsible for Budget, Forecast and Multi-Year Growth Plans data submission coordination with business stakeholder and CEMEA FP&A team.

Keys area of responsibility:

• Manage business planning, budgeting and forecasting processes for MS&A and Cybersource, ensuring the business teams deliver timely and realistic financial projection that aligns with corporate strategy and priorities
• Produce financial projections, in alignment with business, for multi year growth plans covering revenue, expenses and investments;
• Prepare financials materials to be used in MBR’s, QBR’s, budget reviews, MSO, etc;
• Coordinate inputs across matrix organization, including Hub, CEMEA Sub-Regions and Functions for both Revenues and Operating Expenses
• Manage all ongoing reporting and review of financial performance with the finance leaders and functional teams, providing advice to help shape investments plans and re-prioritize funding
• Proactively communicate business implications observed from analysis, monitoring recent revenue drivers, relevant market trends and risks
• Develop and continually evolve innovative analytical techniques and methodologies to measure business performance and promote best practices across the region
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed
• Handle all ad-hoc request in a timely and accurate manner

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related quantitative field
• At least 5 years of relevant financial analysis work experience
• Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills; able to resolve tough business problems with well-structured analyses
• Expert skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint. Oracle experience is an advantage
• Proven expertise in modelling techniques and managing large data sets
• Ability to cultivate effective relationships and communicate effectively with executive management
• Must be detail oriented to ensure accuracy and quality of output
• Strong bias for action and ability to proactively recognize and resolve issues
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse team and produce time sensitive deliverables