Senior Accountant – Global Business Services

About the role

Mastercard is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its Global Business Services organization. The role focuses on ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of Balance Sheet reconciliations across multiple entities and regions.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary reviewer for Balance Sheet account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and accounting standards (GAAP, IFRS).
• Evaluate the quality, accuracy, and completeness of reconciliations prepared by teams across various business units and geographies.
• Monitor reconciliation timelines, escalating issues or delays to leadership as needed.
• Maintain a governance framework to ensure strong internal controls over reconciliation processes.
• Review supporting documentation, substantiate balances, and explain variances.
• Identify and report unusual balances, aged reconciling items, and financial statement risks.
• Collaborate with preparers, business units, Treasury, and other functional teams to resolve issues and drive consistency.

Required profile

• Senior‑level accounting experience with a focus on Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Deep understanding of GAAP and IFRS accounting standards.
• Experience implementing and overseeing internal control frameworks.
• Ability to work with global stakeholders and manage cross‑functional collaboration.

Required skills

• GAAP
• IFRS