Sr. Accountant at Western Union in USA - CO - Denver

Job description

• At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers.
• Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper.
• Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences.
• Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely completion of accounting close process responsibilities.
• Serve as the General Ledger Accounting, Reporting, and Finance Business Partner for:
• Corporate (including M&A, restructuring, and bonus programs)
• Compliance & Risk
• Legal
• CFO Organization
• People Organization
• Corporate Strategy & Development
• U.S. and Canada Payroll
• Benefits
• Analyze complex financial transactions and reporting activities, including accounting reserves, asset capitalization, and expense recognition.
• Prepare, review, and certify the accuracy of journal entries and accounting records.
• Prepare account reconciliations and roll-forwards and ensure reconciling items are resolved in a timely manner.
• Provide financial reporting, analysis, and accounting guidance to management and business partners.
• Identify opportunities to increase efficiency and implement process improvements.
• Participate in and support accounting projects, including system implementations, new business initiatives, and accounting standard changes.
• Function as an accounting liaison and may provide guidance and direction to less experienced accounting staff.
• Assist with internal and external financial statement audits, SOX compliance activities, and other control audits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 4+ years of financial accounting experience.
• 4+ years of experience accounting for payroll, payroll-related accruals, employee compensation programs, and payroll reconciliations.
• Experience supporting business partners across corporate functions and providing financial analysis and reporting.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Microsoft Excel.
• Experience supporting U.S. and Canada payroll processes is preferred.
• Proficiency in Oracle and other financial reporting tools preferred

Skills

Required

• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Microsoft Excel.

Benefits

• Benefits
• You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few
• (https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Global Adoption Assistance
• 401K Plan
• The base salary range is $63,000.00 – $90,000.00 per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus annual incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.