Senior Financial Accountant

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Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
Hybrid
Mid level
Fintech • Mobile • Payments • Software • Financial Services
Wise is one of the fastest growing fintechs in the world and we’re on a mission to make money without borders a new norm
The Role
The Senior Financial Accountant will manage financial reporting, ensure compliance, drive automation, and strengthen controls for Wise's Pacific teams.
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Company Description

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.

More about our mission and what we offer.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Senior Financial Accountant is a key member of Wise’s Pacific Finance team, reporting to the Head of Pacific Finance. The role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance, strengthening financial controls, and driving automation and process improvements across Australia and the Pacific region.

The Role:

  • Financial Reporting & Analysis. Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting processes for Pacific entities. Prepare monthly financial performance analysis including Balance sheet commentary, and quarterly board reporting packs. Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting.
  • Regulatory Reporting & Compliance. Manage daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual regulatory reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards, regulatory requirements, and internal governance frameworks. Support implementation of new regulatory requirements and assess their financial reporting impact.
  • Process Automation & Data Excellence. Identify, design, and implement opportunities to automate manual finance processes and reporting activities. Use SQL and data tools to improve reporting efficiency and data quality. Develop scalable reporting solutions that reduce manual effort. Champion continuous improvement initiatives across Pacific finance.
  • Controls, Governance & Audit. Strengthen and maintain financial controls and governance processes. Support internal and external audits. Document and improve key financial processes. Monitor compliance with internal policies and regulatory expectations. Drive ongoing enhancements to the control environment.

Qualifications

Who You Are

Wise is seeking a proactive finance professional who enjoys solving problems, improving processes, and using technology to create more efficient and scalable finance operations. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable performing detailed reconciliations, analysing large datasets, and implementing automation solutions.

Requirements:

  • Professional Experience. 4-6+ years post qualified experience in accounting, financial control and reporting. Experience in Fintech or Financial Services would be desirable.
  • Qualifications. CA, CPA or equivalent. Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce
  • Technical skills. Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets. Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. SQL / Python automation skills would be a bonus.
  • Automation Mindset. Passionate about eliminating manual work and improving efficiency through automation. Curious about systems, data flows, and opportunities to streamline finance operations.
  • Analytical Thinking. Able to translate complex financial and operational data into actionable insights. Comfortable working with large datasets and investigating data quality issues.
  • Stakeholder Management. Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Adaptability & Ownership. Thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment. Takes ownership of outcomes and proactively drives improvements. Comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and control. 

Additional Information

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.

If you want to find out more about what it's like to work at Wise visit Wise.Jobs.

Keep up to date with life at Wise by following us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Skills Required

  • 4-6+ years post qualified experience in accounting, financial control and reporting.
  • CA, CPA or equivalent.
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large datasets.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • SQL / Python automation skills would be a bonus.

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Wise Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Global minimum of 33 paid days off (36 in U.S. hubs) plus a 6‑week paid sabbatical every four years and extras like volunteer or “Me” days indicate substantial time‑off depth.
  • Parental & Family Support A global minimum of 18 weeks fully paid parental leave for birth or adoption after one year, along with adoption and fertility support, underscores robust family support.
  • Flexible Benefits Work‑from‑anywhere up to 90 days per year after six months and flexible working principles provide notable geographic mobility and scheduling latitude.

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The Company
9,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

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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We expect new joiners in the office most days to build connections and learn from colleagues for their first six months. After that, most Wisers split their working week between the office and home, typically coming in at least 12 times a month.

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