Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting

Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting – Denver, Colorado (Hybrid)

Are you a detailed-oriented accounting professional? Ready for a new challenge? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Join Western Union as a Senior Accountant, Financial Reporting.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

In this role, you will prepare various standalone financial statements for SEC and regulatory filings, according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
 

Role Responsibilities

• Manage portions of the SEC filings on the Form 10K and 10Q.
• Prepare and analyze month end reporting schedules.
• Analyze complex balance sheet accounts in accordance with GAAP and Western Union accounting policies.
• Work with business partners to analyze and resolve financial reporting issues.
• Design and develop ad hoc reporting.
• Participate in the most complex accounting projects, such as system implementations, purchase accounting, etc.
• Provide leadership in initiating and implementing process improvements.
• Research complex technical accounting issues and write technical memos, including conclusions on accounting positions.
• Mentor and assist with training other Accountants and Specialists
   

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting required.
• 3 to 5 years’ experience in public accounting or equivalent financial reporting experience.
• CPA is a huge plus.
• Experience working with multiple departments and multiple management levels.
• Strong knowledge of financial systems, preferably with Oracle
  HFM experience preferred.
• Advanced system skills, including MS Excel and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.
• Attention to detail and highly effective planning, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills, including ability to influence others and work effectively across geographies and functions in a matrix organization as well as to clearly and concisely present findings at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently, demonstrate initiative, and exercise judgment in a fast paced and changing environment.
• Ability to effectively set priorities, manage multiple tasks and deadlines, and produce quality work while dealing with interruptions.

We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next. 

Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company —transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward. 

Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/ 

Salary 

The base salary range is $90,150 - 105,000 per year. Total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term (10% of base) incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

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. 

Your United States – Specific Benefits Include 

• Family First Program 
• Time off 
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance 
• Student Loan Repayment Program 
• Tuition Assistance Program 
• Parental Leave 

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

We are passionate about diversity. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws. 

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Estimated Job Posting End Date:

08-23-2024

This application window is a good-faith estimate of the time that this posting will remain open. This posting will be promptly updated if the deadline is extended or the role is filled.