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Are you ready to write your next chapter?
Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.
We’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Settlements Finance team to help us unleash the potential of every business.
About the team
The Settlements team are responsible for delivering daily reconciliations and monthly accounting close, supported by a set of bank and control account reconciliations. The team will investigate and manage complex accounts and support on expansion projects.
What you’ll own
Manage month-end processes and reporting, including preparing complex journals.
Delivering balance sheet substantiations to a high standard, reporting risks, resolving reconciling items, and proposing improvements.
Ensure timely completion of audits, providing clear, well-structured information and improving standardisation and documentation of responses.
Build working relationships across operational finance and the financial reporting team.
Conduct reconciling item root cause analysis, aged item investigation, , including Monthly Aged break reviews and link into financial reporting.
Analyse and drive team performance through reporting and management information (MI).
Raise technical incidents where needed and follow up to ensure resolution.
Act as the first point of contact for queries and escalations from operations colleagues.
Lead the improvement of settlement accounting reporting across all LatAm entities.
Participate in projects to upgrade reporting and reconciliation systems.
What you bring
Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentations.
Capable of working independently with only administrative supervision.
Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to recognize when issues should be escalated.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to overcome major obstacles.
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Ability to design, document, and implement process improvements, and to learn complex processes through experience and consultation with peers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with other accounting and reconciliation software packages (e.g. Oracle, ARCS, Etc).
Added Bonus if you have
Experience in another payment processing company.
Knowledge of Power BI.
Language skills – Spanish or Portuguese
Experience using Oracle or Autorek
Behaviors overviews:
Accountable – You never stand still, never settle. You work at a pace to achieve your goals.
Dynamic - You champion your ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. You know that every action adds up.
Determined - You stay open – winning, and failing, as one. Always looking for solutions that add value.
Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you
We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.
A competitive salary and benefits.
Time to support charities and give back to your community.
Global recognition platform.
What makes a Worldpayer
At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.
Are you ready to write your next chapter?
Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. With proven technology, we process the largest volume of payments in the world, driving the global economy every day. When you join Worldpay, you join a global community of experts and changemakers, working to reinvent an industry by constantly evolving how we work and making the way millions of people pay easier, every day.
We’re looking for a Senior Accountant to join our Settlements Finance team to help us unleash the potential of every business.
About the team
The Settlements team are responsible for delivering daily reconciliations and monthly accounting close, supported by a set of bank and control account reconciliations. The team will investigate and manage complex accounts and support on expansion projects.
What you’ll own
Manage month-end processes and reporting, including preparing complex journals.
Delivering balance sheet substantiations to a high standard, reporting risks, resolving reconciling items, and proposing improvements.
Ensure timely completion of audits, providing clear, well-structured information and improving standardisation and documentation of responses.
Build working relationships across operational finance and the financial reporting team.
Conduct reconciling item root cause analysis, aged item investigation, , including Monthly Aged break reviews and link into financial reporting.
Analyse and drive team performance through reporting and management information (MI).
Raise technical incidents where needed and follow up to ensure resolution.
Act as the first point of contact for queries and escalations from operations colleagues.
Lead the improvement of settlement accounting reporting across all LatAm entities.
Participate in projects to upgrade reporting and reconciliation systems.
What you bring
Qualified Accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA).
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentations.
Capable of working independently with only administrative supervision.
Strong organizational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to recognize when issues should be escalated.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to overcome major obstacles.
Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
Ability to meet tight deadlines.
Ability to design, document, and implement process improvements, and to learn complex processes through experience and consultation with peers.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with other accounting and reconciliation software packages (e.g. Oracle, ARCS, Etc).
Added Bonus if you have
Experience in another payment processing company.
Knowledge of Power BI.
Language skills – Spanish or Portuguese
Experience using Oracle or Autorek
Behaviors overviews:
Accountable – You never stand still, never settle. You work at a pace to achieve your goals.
Dynamic - You champion your ideas and stay flexible to make them happen. You know that every action adds up.
Determined - You stay open – winning, and failing, as one. Always looking for solutions that add value.
Worldpay perks - what we’ll bring for you
We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.
A competitive salary and benefits.
Time to support charities and give back to your community.
Global recognition platform.
What makes a Worldpayer
At Worldpay, we take our Values seriously, and we live them every day. Think like a customer, Act like an owner, and Win as a team.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Management Accountant – Settlement Operations position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Manchester offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
