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.
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Job DescriptionJoin our finance team and help navigate us through a critical transformation
The Finance team is critical in supporting the Wise mission. We are working to become listed in the US stock exchange in 2026 and need to ensure our technical accounting team is set-up to meet the respective regulatory requirements.
We’re looking for a HEAD OF TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING to join us
We’re looking for a Head of Technical Accounting to join and lead our technical accounting team. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accounting for our new products and services is in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS to meet our reporting needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about financial leadership, we welcome you to apply.
Your mission
The Technical Accounting team is responsible for understanding the why and how of different accounting areas. This includes documenting accounting position papers and explaining to Finance stakeholders, diverse teams across Wise as well as external auditors the accounting for these. You will be overseeing the team’s work and supporting them in the analysis of various accounting topics.
Collaborate cross-functionally to embed accounting into the business - not just the books: You will collaborate with different teams in Finance to ensure correct application of IFRS and US GAAP and that processes and accounting policies are updated to reflect it.
Design scalable processes and systems to support rapid growth and future listing in US stock exchange: You are taking ownership for the management of several high-stakes financial workstreams to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards for both internal and external reporting purposes.
Act as the primary contact with auditors and other stakeholders from the Technical Accounting team side.
Lead and mentor the Technical Accounting team and support them in the transformation journey.
About you
Very good US GAAP and IFRS knowledge. It would be beneficial, if you have a professional finance qualification such as the ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent.
You have prior experience (5+ years) as a Technical Accounting Lead, Senior Technical Accountant, Senior Accounting Adviser or Senior Audit Manager. You have managed accounting projects and demonstrated resilience to break through and overcome challenges.
You have prior experience in the SOX controls framework and have improved accounting processes in light of the SOX requirements.
You drive process improvements to enhance financial operations and reporting efficiency.
You are able to work in a fast-paced environment, staying organized and ensuring execution of complex initiatives, driving impact at scale.
You have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
You have robust communication skills and strong stakeholder management.
You are an inclusive people leader, who develops talent and builds diverse teams.
You are happy to travel on a quarterly basis internationally to other Wise offices (e.g. Tallinn) or for team offsites.
Nice to have
Experience with capital markets transactions (IPO, debt/equity offerings, prospectuses/circulars)
Financial services/fintech industry exposure
£110,000-£150,000
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.
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Skills Required
- Very good knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
- Professional finance qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent
- 5+ years of experience as a Technical Accounting Lead, Senior Technical Accountant, Senior Accounting Adviser, or Senior Audit Manager
- Experience with SOX controls frameworks and improving accounting processes for SOX requirements
- Experience managing accounting projects
- Process improvement experience in financial operations and reporting
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Robust communication and stakeholder management skills
- People leadership, talent development, and team-building experience
- Willingness to travel internationally on a quarterly basis
- Experience with capital markets transactions, including IPOs, debt or equity offerings, and prospectuses or circulars
- Financial services or fintech industry experience
Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Equity is broadly accessible through RSUs granted to all employees in addition to salary, aligning rewards with company performance. This company‑wide ownership stance is consistently highlighted in the benefits descriptions.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off is notably generous, with a global minimum of 33 days and 36 days listed for U.S. locations. After four years, a six‑week paid sabbatical plus a £1,000 stipend further strengthens time‑away benefits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle support includes work‑from‑anywhere for up to 90 days per year after six months, flexible working principles, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Extras like three annual “Me Days” and a professional‑development allowance add quality‑of‑life value.
Wise Insights
What We Do
Wise is a global technology company, building the best way to move and manage the world's money. With Wise Account and Wise Business, people and businesses can hold 40 currencies, move money between countries and spend money abroad. Large companies and banks use Wise technology too; an entirely new network for the world's money. Launched in 2011, Wise is one of the world’s fastest growing, profitable tech companies. In fiscal year 2025, Wise supported around 15.6 million people and businesses, processing over $185 billion in cross-border transactions and saving customers around $2.6 billion.
Why Work With Us
We’re truly global in who we are, how we work, and how we build. Everything we do is centred around creating a world of money that’s fast, easy, fair. And open to all. Everyone who works here owns a piece of Wise, from the work they do, to the stock they hold.
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