Our Purpose Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their greatest potential. Title and Summary Senior Controllership Accountant Overview The position will be part of the Controller’s group within Mastercard LAC’s Finance division, reporting to the Director, LAC Division Controllers Group. The LAC Controllers Group is responsible for ensuring the integrity of the US GAAP financials in partnership with the GBSC (Global Business Service Center), ensuring local statutory reporting compliance, and providing support to the business teams across various areas including accounting, internal controls, and customer business agreements. Other responsibilities include supporting the LAC Region’s accounting and reporting in accordance with Mastercard policies, US GAAP, and local statutory requirements. Role Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financials for the supported Region/Business Unit and ensure compliance with external and corporate accounting standards, including US GAAP and local statutory requirements. Provide accounting advice, challenge, and validate various accounting treatments, and communicate them effectively to ensure proper understanding and application by regional teams and stakeholders. Execute and monitor month-end-close activities and liaise with GBSC to ensure accuracy of results and maintain open communication. Guide financial decisions related to business transactions by providing accounting/regulatory advice and enforcing policies and procedures. Support, monitor, and enforce operational and SOX financial controls to ensure a strong control environment. Participate in developing and implementing process improvements to enhance operational controls, efficiency, and output quality. All About You Extensive experience in accounting controls and financial processes within a global organization or Big 4 Firm; a mix of industry and Big 4 experience is preferred. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; MBA is a plus. Active CPA or Chartered Accountant or equivalent certification. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including US and/or IFRS standards. Knowledge of Internal Controls concepts and Sarbanes-Oxley regulations. Proficiency with accounting and finance systems/software applications. Results-driven, flexible, adaptable, and able to work efficiently under pressure and deadlines, with a proven ability to improve processes. Problem solver and team player with attention to detail and focus on accuracy. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with strong presentation skills. Strong analytical and financial skills. Ability to navigate ambiguous concepts and issues to bring clarity to stakeholders. Corporate Security Responsibility All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risks. Every employee or contractor must: Abide by Mastercard’s security policies and practices. Ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information. Report any suspected security violations or breaches. Complete all mandatory security training as per Mastercard’s guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr