Accounting Manager - Global Accounting Operation

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Toronto, ON, CAN
In-Office
100K-100K Annually
Senior level
eCommerce • Fintech • Payments
The Role
Lead a global accounting team supporting corporate functions, ensuring accurate financial reporting, governance, and operational excellence. Own month-end close, journal entries, flux analysis, reconciliations, and complex accounting issue resolution. Strengthen controls, manage risk, improve processes, and partner with Finance and global stakeholders to standardize accounting practices and deliver reliable financial insights. The role also drives team development and scalable accounting solutions across global entities.
Summary Generated by Built In

Every day, Global Payments makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our payments solutions for credit, debit, prepaid and merchant services.  Our worldwide team helps over 3 million companies, more than 1,300 financial institutions and over 600 million cardholders grow with confidence and achieve amazing results.  We are driven by our passion for success and we are proud to deliver best-in-class payment technology and software solutions.  Join our dynamic team and make your mark on the payments technology landscape of tomorrow. 

Ready to take your career global?

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments. We’re looking for an Accounting Manager to join our ever-evolving Global Accounting Operations Team and help shape the future of global commerce. In this role, you will lead a team located in India to support the delivery of the Accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong governance, and operational excellence. You’ll guide a high-performing team, influence global accounting processes, and partner with stakeholders worldwide to streamline accounting operations, strengthen controls, and drive scalable solutions that support Global Payments’ continued growth and success. 

What you'll own

  • Lead and elevate a high-performing accounting team that delivers accurate, timely, and compliant accounting results for the Corporate Functions while fostering accountability, development, and continuous improvement.
  • Drive the month end close process by ensuring seamless completion of journal entries and flux analysis that support the integrity of internal and external financial reporting.
  • Strengthen financial accuracy and operational efficiency by identifying process gaps, resolving complex accounting issues, and implementing scalable improvements across global entities.
  • Influence accounting strategy and risk management through strong controls, effective governance, and proactive identification of risks within accounting activities.
  • Partner across Finance and business functions to deliver reliable financial insights, align global accounting practices, and support informed decision-making throughout the organization.

What you'll bring

  • 5–7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership or supervisory responsibility in financial reporting, month end close, variance analysis, reconciliation, inter-company, general accounting, accruals, compensation and benefits accounting, cost tracking, special projects.
  • Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and accounting practices in general accounting.
  • Demonstrated success leading financial reporting, reconciliations, and close processes while driving accuracy and efficiency.
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to evaluate complex financial information, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, build partnerships across global teams, and lead through change.

It's a bonus if you have

  • Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms such as Oracle or SAP, reconciliation solutions such as Oracle ARCS or Blackline, and reporting tool such as Oracle FCCS or Hyperion.
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation and experience leading large-scale process improvement, automation, or transformation initiatives.

About the team

Our inclusive and global teams win together every day. We’re proud to have the best minds in the industry, who you can learn from as you grow your career. The people, the energy, the connections – it’s unmatched. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders. 

Our 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 package that recognizes your contribution  ($100,000 / year)
  • Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business 
  • Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that expand your expertise 
  • A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter 
  • Time to give back through community and charity initiatives 
  • A global employee assistance program to support your wellbeing 
  • Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements 
  • https://jobs.globalpayments.com/en/why-global-payments/benefits/ 

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and get dynamic opportunities that go beyond borders.

Does this sound like you? Then you sound like a Globalpayer. Apply now to take your career global.

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    Global Payments Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Global Payments provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. If you wish to request reasonable accommodations related to applying for employment or provide feedback about the accessibility of this website, please contact [email protected].

    Skills Required

    • 5-7+ years of progressive accounting experience
    • Leadership or supervisory responsibility in financial reporting, month-end close, variance analysis, reconciliation, intercompany accounting, general accounting, accruals, compensation and benefits accounting, cost tracking, or special projects
    • Strong knowledge of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and general accounting practices
    • Experience leading financial reporting, reconciliations, and close processes while driving accuracy and efficiency
    • Analytical and problem-solving capabilities involving complex financial information, root-cause analysis, and sustainable solutions
    • Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, including stakeholder influence and leadership across global teams
    • Proficiency with ERP platforms such as Oracle or SAP
    • Experience with reconciliation solutions such as Oracle ARCS or BlackLine
    • Experience with reporting tools such as Oracle FCCS or Hyperion
    • Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation
    • Experience leading large-scale process improvement, automation, or transformation initiatives

    Global Payments Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Global Payments and has not been reviewed or approved by Global Payments.

    • Healthcare Strength Healthcare coverage includes medical, dental, vision, and employee assistance programs, and is commonly regarded as a strong component of the total package.
    • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a company 401(k) match and an employee stock purchase plan, which are positioned as meaningful parts of overall rewards.
    • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, PTO, and parental/family‑friendly policies are part of the offering, contributing to perceived overall value even when cash pay is seen as average.

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    The Company
    HQ: Atlanta, GA
    25,000 Employees
    Year Founded: 1996

    What We Do

    Global Payments (NYSE: GPN) is a Fortune 500 payments technology company, delivering the leading complete worldwide commerce ecosystem. Our unique, connected infrastructure unifies every aspect of commerce, from issuer solutions to payments, and the innovative software that delivers seamless customer experiences. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we’re a worldwide team of over 24,000 people—including local experts on the ground in nearly 40 countries. Together, we support thousands of businesses across more than 100 industries. Empowering commerce for everyone.

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