Senior General Ledger Accountant (Maternity cover)

Senior General Ledger Accountant (Maternity cover) – Vilnius, Lithuania                           
Are you ready to use your accounting skills and eye for detail for one of the world’s largest FinTech organizations? Are you interested in playing a critical role within a global FinTech company? 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 General Ledger Accountant.

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Role Responsibilities

• Prepare, post and approve journal entries for month end close process in Oracle.

• Perform Monthly Balance Sheet reconciliation and approve in Blackline, account clearing and investigate any discrepancies.

• Collaborate with other departments (Treasury, AP, Tax, Settlement accounting) to ensure timely and accurate accounting of transactions.

• Assist in internal and external audit process, provide required documentation, and respond to audit queries.

• Prepare Financial Statements.

• Support and direct junior colleagues.

• Check and ensure quality of tasks performed by junior colleagues.

• Be self-motivated and driven, actively participate in process improvement projects.

Role Requirements

• 4 or more years of experience in accounting.

• Familiarity with accounting standards and financial statement preparation.

• Degree in Business Management/ Finance / Accounting or a related field.

• The ability to work with others and communicate effectively is needed.

• Solid English required (written and verbal).

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

• Partial qualification in ACCA or GBS ACCA would be an advantage.

Work Shift

Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
 

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. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your Lithuania specific benefits include:

• Private Health Insurance (3 options)

• Life & Accident Insurance

• Additional days off

• Wide variety of discounts and special offers

• ⁠Free Fitness facilities

• Volunteering activities

• Referral program

• Relocation Buddy support upon request

For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Salary
The on-target earnings range is 2,312 – 3,305 EUR monthly, which includes a base salary and short-term and long-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates’ qualifications, skills, and competencies.

Other Details

As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to careers@westernunion.com.

We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. 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:

02-15-2026

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.