Director, Accounting

Director, Controller, Technology

Overview

The Director, Controller is responsible for the integrity of Technology's financial statements, partnering with the GBSC (Global Business Service Center) and Finance/FP&A to ensure timely, accurate accounting and financial reporting, a strong control environment with a continuous process improvement mindset, operational risk management, and compliance with Corporate policies and US GAAP.

The role oversees accounting and reporting, from intake through capitalization, amortization/depreciation, impairment, and disposal, and drives governance, documentation, and audit readiness.

Role

Ensure integrity and accuracy of Technology division financials, with primary responsibility for compliance with Corporate accounting policies, US GAAP and SEC requirements, including key technology accounting areas.

Support internal and external audits for Technology-related balances and disclosures and liaising with the GBSC.

Strengthen internal controls and optimize end-to-end processes across the technology spend lifecycle (intake, approval, capitalization, close, reporting) by reviewing performance metrics and implementing monitoring controls, including the use of AI-enabled analytics to identify anomalies, trends in capital and operating spend.

Guide financial decisions for technology transactions and programs (e.g., build vs. buy, cloud migrations, managed services, software, implementation costs, acquisitions/integrations, leases) by providing accounting advice and by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.

Serve as the primary advisor to FP&A and business leaders on complex technical accounting matters.

Monitor and interpret evolving accounting guidance impacting Technology and drive timely adoption, documentation, and stakeholder training.

Partner with cross functional teams incl. Risk, Internal Controls, Regulatory, and Compliance on SOX, operational risk, and audit activities, including alignment to IT general controls (ITGCs) and communication of financial reporting risks related to Technology spend, capitalization, and emerging AI solutions.

Establish collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders (e.g., Technology leadership, finance, product and engineering, sourcing, tax, legal, corporate and regional controllers, auditors and other third parties) to achieve business objectives and ensure consistent application of technology accounting policies.

Lead and/or oversee procure to pay, capital governance and accounting operations, including intake controls, opex vs. capex, stage-gate assessments, capitalization thresholds, useful life determinations, placed-in-service validation, and ongoing amortization/depreciation governance.

Support the management of intercompany arrangements and shared-service/platform cost recharges in partnership with the GBSC and Tax, including pricing/supporting documentation where applicable.

Partner with Tax, Legal, and Sourcing to assess technology deal structures and contract terms (e.g., licensing, implementation, hosting, managed services) to ensure transactions are correctly assessed and recorded, including capital vs. expense determinations.

Support other assurance activities as required (e.g., SOC/ISAE reports, vendor assurance requests, regulatory examinations impacting technology platforms) in coordination with second line and auditors.

Lead and support ad hoc analysis, research, and finance transformation initiatives, including evaluation, finance modernization, and responsible deployment of AI-enabled tools for close acceleration, reconciliations, flux analysis, and control testing.

Manage and develop team, including goal setting and performance processes; build capability in technical accounting, data literacy, and automation/AI adoption to improve quality, speed, and insight.

All About You

In terms of the performance and personal competencies required for the position, we would highlight the following:

Extensive experience/proven track record in controllership, accounting controls, and financial processes within a global organization and/or Big 4; experience supporting a Technology, Product, or Engineering organization strongly preferred.

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; Masters Degree is a plus

Active Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant or equivalent

Experience with US GAAP and/or IFRS accounting and reporting requirements, including demonstrated expertise in technology accounting (e.g., ASC 350-40, ASC 360, cloud/SaaS implementation and hosting arrangements).

Strong project management skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written); Strong presentation skills; Influencer who uses analytical and leadership skills to achieve goals

Established as a trusted advisor to business partners; consults on complex technical accounting issues to final interpretation in order to ensure the integrity of the financials

Experience assessing the effectiveness and oversight of operational and financial control implementation; ensures compliance within a matrixed, global and diverse organization

Process-minded change agent, with strong knowledge of internal controls, ability and experience to assess and design effective operational and financial controls, as well as Sarbanes Oxley regulations

Successfully drive and integrate change and cultivate a continuous improvement culture

Experience delivering presentations and engaging with senior leadership

Proficiency with accounting & finance systems, strong capability with data/analytics tool

Demonstrated ability to apply AI responsibly in finance (within governance), including prompt literacy, model output validation, and partnering with stakeholders to translate business problems into automated workflows and actionable insights

Market and industry knowledge a plus

Mastercard is a merit-based, inclusive, equal opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We hire the most qualified candidate for the role. In the US or Canada, if you require accommodations or assistance to complete the online application process or during the recruitment process, please contact reasonable_accommodation@mastercard.com and identify the type of accommodation or assistance you are requesting. Do not include any medical or health information in this email. The Reasonable Accommodations team will respond to your email promptly.

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• 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.

Pay Ranges

O'Fallon, Missouri: $142,000 - $234,000 USD