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WiseSenior Group Accounting Specialist - FTC
Wise is looking for a Senior Group Accounting Specialist - FTC to join its finance department in London on a fixed-term contract basis. This role supports…
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Wise is looking for a Senior Group Accounting Specialist - FTC to join its finance department in London on a fixed-term contract basis. This role supports a critical business transformation following the company's US listing, focusing on building a mature technical accounting team to handle complex regulatory compliance challenges. The person in this position will take charge of accounting under US GAAP and IFRS for various treasury offerings and broader…
Job Description
Wise is looking for a Senior Group Accounting Specialist - FTC to join its finance department in London on a fixed-term contract basis. This role supports a critical business transformation following the company's US listing, focusing on building a mature technical accounting team to handle complex regulatory compliance challenges.
The person in this position will take charge of accounting under US GAAP and IFRS for various treasury offerings and broader accounting domains. Responsibilities include analyzing products, writing technical position papers, assisting with operational implementation, and communicating accounting principles to external auditors and non-finance colleagues. The role requires working cross-functionally to integrate proper accounting practices directly into business processes and financial systems.
This opportunity is well-suited for an independent professional who holds a recognized accounting credential and possesses strong technical knowledge of both US GAAP and IFRS. Candidates should have a background in managing technical accounting implementation projects, solving complex problems with limited oversight, and adapting quickly to shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Manage accounting processes under US GAAP and IFRS for treasury products and broader accounting areas
- Research products, write accounting position papers, and guide product implementation
- Explain accounting policies to external auditors and non-finance internal stakeholders
- Partner cross-functionally to embed accounting standards into business workflows and systems
- Update company accounting policies to reflect new product launches and services
Requirements
- Possess a professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent
- Demonstrate strong theoretical knowledge of accounting under US GAAP and IFRS
- Bring prior experience handling technical accounting and managing accounting implementation projects
- Work independently with minimal guidance, take ownership of complex new areas, and exercise good judgment
- Adapt and reprioritize tasks to meet the changing demands of the business and stakeholders
- Collaborate effectively within an international team and communicate well with internal and external partners
Qualifications
- Prior experience working in a US-listed company
- Experience implementing new products
- Background in the financial services or fintech industry
- Interest in learning how a fast-growing scale-up operates
Core Skills
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What is the employment type for this role?
This position is offered on a fixed-term contract (FTC) basis.
Where is the job located?
The position is located in London.
What qualifications are required for the applicant?
Applicants must hold a professional finance qualification such as the ACA, ACCA, CPA, or an equivalent designation, alongside strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS.
What is the salary for this position?
The salary for this role is not specified in the job posting.
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