Company Description

Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world’s money.
Min fees. Max ease. Full speed.

Whether people and businesses are sending money to another country, spending abroad, or making and receiving international payments, Wise is on a mission to make their lives easier and save them money.

As part of our team, you will be helping us create an entirely new network for the world's money.
For everyone, everywhere.

More about our mission and what we offer.

Job Description

Your mission: 

Ownership of complex accounting areas: You will be responsible for a wide variety of accounting challenges (including Share Based Payments (IFRS2)) requiring both strong data processing skills (manual and semi-automated calculation files) and knowledge of financial reporting and international accounting standards ). This includes:

performing controlling over the area;

managing and coordinating improvement projects aimed to make accounting processes more reliable, efficient and automated; 

collaborating with various finance and other teams to obtain understanding about transactions and work out appropriate accounting processes and sufficient controls to mitigate operational risks.

Knowledge development and training: You will be responsible for strengthening the General Accounting team's expertise by organising and facilitating internal Accounting and IFRS training sessions. This includes:

designing and delivering training programs to enhance technical knowledge and application of accounting standards;

fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the team.

This role will give you the opportunity to: 

Own your own path to success – You’ll have a high level of autonomy and responsibility.

Develop an in-depth knowledge in accounting – Challenge your IFRS skills, knowledge and abilities in a wide variety of accounting areas.

Work in a team – You’ll have an opportunity to work together with like-minded, highly experienced and results oriented people.

Inspire teams - with your ideas, strategy, knowledge and self-starting attitude.

Grow with the role – You will have the opportunity to develop your leadership skills as the business and Finance function grows in complexity.

Qualifications

A bit about you:

Practice – You have prior experience as Senior Accountant, Financial Controller or Audit Manager. Prior experience in international/listed companies or FinTech would be highly beneficial. You have practical experience in managing accounting projects and demonstrated resilience to break through and overcome challenges. You may have built things from scratch.

Theory – Strong understanding of the core accounting principles (IFRS knowledge would be highly beneficial).

Ownership – You work independently, assume responsibility and make your own judgements. You are prepared to take ownership over complex new areas and solve problems with minimal guidance.

Love getting things done – You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and take responsibility to do whatever needs doing to solve problems.

Collaborative and influencing skills – You work well in an international team environment, and know how to have an impact through others. You have partnered with internal and external stakeholders and have strong communication skills. 

Additional Information

Starting salary - 3,500 - 4,000 EUR per month (+RSU's)

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

For everyone, everywhere. We're people building money without borders  — without judgement or prejudice, too. We believe teams are strongest when they are diverse, equitable and inclusive.

We're proud to have a truly international team, and we celebrate our differences.
Inclusive teams help us live our values and make sure every Wiser feels respected, empowered to contribute towards our mission and able to progress in their careers.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.