Financial Products General Ledger Team Lead

Sofia, Bulgaria | Permanent, office-first

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Team description

The Financial Products General Ledger (FGL) team sits at the strategic core of SumUp's financial operations. We own the financial integrity of SumUp's financial products (payment services, issuance of electronic money), ensuring every euro of revenue and cost from our payments, merchant business accounts, banking and cash advance lending products is accurately captured, reconciled and reported.

As SumUp scales, our work has become highly analytical and data-driven. We combine deep accounting knowledge with SQL, AI-assisted reconciliation tools and advanced data analytics to understand not just what was recorded, but why and how our business operates financially.

This leadership role is the owner of the European FGL team. You will lead a team of 6 people, own the quality and timeliness of the e-money and PSP close, and drive the automation and controls that will support our IPO-readiness.

What you'll do

• Lead a team of 6 accountants, setting clear expectations, priorities and workload distribution.
   
• Coach team members on complex reconciliations, accounting judgment calls and month-end routines; support their professional growth and foster a culture of precision, curiosity and continuous improvement.
  
  
• Work on subject matter that covers the core activities of regulated business in the Fintech industry - payment processing, issuance of electronic money and cash advances, characterized by complex financial transactions and big data sets.
  
  
• Map the accounting flow for new products and ensure correct treatment before launch.
   
• Lead the audit and year-end close readiness, with timely responses to auditors.
  
  
• Communicate complex accounting issues clearly to non-finance stakeholders and escalate facts and impact when needed.
  
  
• Own the documentation and continuous improvement of process governance (Desktop Procedures, Process Maps), internal controls systems and key performance indicators.

You'll be great for this role if...

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in multiple accounting domains, including reconciliations, general ledger management and IFRS financial reporting, ideally in an international company.
  
  
• Prior experience leading an accounting team.
  
  
• ACCA certification required (or near completion).
  
  
• You want to understand why discrepancies happen and how to prevent them.
  
  
• You can drive root-cause analysis and systematic improvements across multiple reconciliations and entities.
  
  
• You lead through influence, coaching and clear communication.
  
  
• You are motivated to drive automation, controls and process improvement in a fast-growing fintech.
  
  
• You want to understand how the business works, not just record what happened.
  
  
• Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP systems.
  
  
• Experience with with data tools such as Snowflake, BI or Tableau is a plus.

Why you should join SumUp

🌍 Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our modern Sofia office. This involves an office-first setup 

🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced 

🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success 

📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 and 10 paid days of educational leave which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education 

🏖 Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus one extra day per year of service (up to 35), along with public holidays and special leave options 

🏥 Peace of mind: additional health insurance and life insurance 

💪 Stay active: on-site yoga and a co-sponsored Multisport card offering access to hundreds of sports facilities 

🍽 Meal support: benefit from a tax-free food voucher program plus flexibility via our Re:Benefits platform 

🚌 Easy commute: free shuttle buses connecting directly to Joliot-Curie metro station 

🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service 

🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

About SumUp

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 39 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 4,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.

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