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WiseHead of Technical Accounting
Wise is seeking a Head of Technical Accounting to join its finance organization on-site in London. This full-time position plays a critical leadership role in steering…
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Wise is seeking a Head of Technical Accounting to join its finance organization on-site in London. This full-time position plays a critical leadership role in steering the company through financial transformation as it prepares for US stock exchange reporting and regulatory compliance. The person in this role will lead and mentor the technical accounting staff, guide the correct application of US GAAP and IFRS for new offerings, and manage key…
Job Description
Wise is seeking a Head of Technical Accounting to join its finance organization on-site in London. This full-time position plays a critical leadership role in steering the company through financial transformation as it prepares for US stock exchange reporting and regulatory compliance.
The person in this role will lead and mentor the technical accounting staff, guide the correct application of US GAAP and IFRS for new offerings, and manage key financial workstreams. This position suits an experienced finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced setting, possesses deep technical accounting expertise, and has a strong background in stakeholder management and process enhancement.
Wise focuses on building borderless financial services while cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive global team environment. The employer supports career progression and collaboration across international offices, requiring occasional quarterly travel for team offsites and visits to locations such as Tallinn.
Responsibilities
- Manage and mentor the technical accounting team through an organizational transformation journey
- Oversee the analysis of complex accounting topics and draft technical accounting position papers
- Communicate accounting treatments clearly to finance stakeholders, internal teams, and external auditors
- Partner cross-functionally to embed IFRS and US GAAP standards into business operations and accounting policies
- Design scalable systems and processes to support rapid business growth and US stock exchange listing requirements
- Own high-stakes financial workstreams to maintain internal and external reporting compliance
- Serve as the primary technical accounting contact for auditors and other key stakeholders
- Improve accounting processes to align with SOX controls framework requirements
- Travel internationally on a quarterly basis for team offsites and visits to other company offices like Tallinn
Requirements
- 5 or more years of experience as a Senior Technical Accountant, Technical Accounting Lead, Senior Accounting Adviser, or Senior Audit Manager
- Demonstrated knowledge of both US GAAP and IFRS
- Prior hands-on experience working within the SOX controls framework and adapting accounting processes accordingly
- Proven track record of managing accounting projects and driving process improvements for financial operations
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and stakeholder management abilities
- Experience as an inclusive leader who develops talent and builds diverse teams
Qualifications
- Professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent
- Prior exposure to the financial services or fintech industry
- Experience with capital markets transactions including IPOs, debt and equity offerings, and prospectuses or circulars
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Benefits
- Salary range between £110,000 and £150,000
Frequently Asked Questions
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Where is this job located?
This position is located in London and is performed on-site, with occasional quarterly international travel required to visit other offices or attend team offsites.
What is the salary for the Head of Technical Accounting role?
The salary for this position is stated in the posting as between £110,000 and £150,000.
What level of experience is required?
Candidates must have at least 5 years of experience working as a Technical Accounting Lead, Senior Technical Accountant, Senior Accounting Adviser, or Senior Audit Manager.
What qualifications are preferred for applicants?
It is beneficial for applicants to hold a professional finance credential such as an ACA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent qualification.
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