Senior Associate, Accounting

Senior Associate, Accounting

Are you ready to work with an international organization committed to making financial services accessible to people everywhere? Do your talents lie in simplifying and improving accounting processes? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Then it’s time to join Western Union as a Senior Associate, Accounting.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

We will be looking for you to perform a variety of accounting functions and to contribute to the effectiveness of global operations teams by ensuring that requirements for strategic projects and programs are captured and solutions are delivered to meet the needs of our internal and external customers. 

Role Responsibilities

• Compile, sort, and verify documents (AR Reconciliation, bills, invoices, wires, etc.).
• Performs operational functions related to Escheatment and cash applications, including account reconciliation ensuring proper application of funds, research, and resolution of discrepancies.
• Assist in the preparation of the backups for Journal Entries and Certifications for GL team, reports, and daily account reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate and complete processing within Service Level Agreements.
• Communicate with Stakeholders to find, fix, and Solve queries as well as responsible for escalating issues and follow-up with management as necessary.
• Comply with Western Union Internal policies and applicable regulatory and financial reporting requirements.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, or related. Or equivalent skills are required, with at least 2 years of related experience in Digital or Traditional Banks in Brazil in operations or customer support areas. 
• 1-3 years of experience in foreign exchange product accounting and Brazil payment system accounting
• Multiple sources reconciliations (processors, banks, FX transactions)
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Tools (emphasis on excel)
• Strong English communication skills 67% – B2 (Minimum).
• High sense of urgency, proactivity, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Experience supporting implementation projects.
• Strong Settlement Knowledge is a plus.

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/.

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 Brazil-specific benefits include:

• Medical (CarePlus) and dental (Privian) assistance plans with no fixed contribution, with co-participation in consultations and exams.
• Life insurance
• Food voucher
• Meal voucher
• Hybrid model

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:

11-20-2024

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.