Location: Sofia, Bulgaria (Onsite)Team: Finance – Record to Report (R2R)Type: Full-time, permanent

About the Role

We’re looking for a Global R2R Team Lead to oversee our international Record to Report (R2R) operations across three locations – Sofia, São Paulo, and Santiago – and ensure the accurate and timely closing of our financials. This person will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of our financial reporting, leading a team of 10 skilled professionals, and driving automation and continuous improvement in key processes.

You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with key teams including Controlling, Procurement, Logistics, Tax, Treasury, Audit, ERP, and others. Your leadership will be vital in a dynamic, fast-paced environment as we scale and innovate.

• Lead and develop a global team of R2R accountants across three continents

• Coordinate all month-end and year-end financial closing activities

• Oversee critical accounting processes: payroll, inventory, intercompany transactions, and fixed assets

• Collaborate with auditors to ensure smooth and timely delivery of audited financials

• Drive process improvements, automation, and integration efforts (e.g., payroll posting automation, transfer pricing automation)

• Ensure compliance with IFRS/GAAP and implement best practices in financial reporting

• Act as the subject matter expert for R2R and general ledger operations

• Maintain and improve the reconciliation and reporting quality across the group

• Partner with key business stakeholders to ensure accurate accounting of new initiatives

• 8+ years of finance experience in progressively senior roles

• Proven track record in leading international accounting teams

• Deep understanding of accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and audit processes

• ACCA, CMA, or equivalent certification

• Strong experience in month-end closing, reconciliations, intercompany accounting, and payroll accounting

• Experience working with external auditors and managing annual financial statements

• Fluent English and excellent communication skills

• A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive change

• Experience working in fintech or the financial services sector

• Experience in automation projects and ERP integrations

• Familiarity with the startup or scale-up environment

• Be part of a dynamic and global team that empowers small merchants around the world.
• Take ownership of your tasks and projects, making a real impact on business processes.
• Collaborate with professionals from over 60 countries and 4 continents.
• Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment where your development and career growth are prioritized.
• Benefit from a competitive compensation package with full benefits such as 25 days paid vacation, additional health insurance, subsidized Multisport card, vouchers - for food and other benefits.
•  Relocation assistance incl. Covering up to 6 weeks temporary accommodation costs
• Learning & development budget: €2000/employee/year
• 10-day paid leave for education on top of the 25 days paid vacation
• Team building events in Bulgaria and abroad
• Personal career mentor program
• Paid sabbatical leave of 1 month after 3 years with the company
• Paid study leave for exam preparation
• SumUp is an accredited ACCA employer
• Virtual Stock Options 

Join us and be a key leader in shaping the future of finance at SumUp.

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