Associate, Financial Control

Company Description

Checkout.com is one of the most exciting fintechs in the world. We process payments for companies that shape the digital economy. Using flexible and scalable technology, we help businesses around the globe to boost acceptance rates, reduce processing costs, combat fraud, and turn payments into a major revenue stream. Headquartered in London, with 16 offices worldwide, Checkout.com is trusted by leading brands such as Sony, Shein, Sainsbury’s, Wise, Patreon, GE Healthcare, Rail Europe, and The Financial Times.

We empower passionate problem-solvers to collaborate, innovate and do their best work. That’s why we’re on the Forbes Cloud 100 list and a Great Place to Work accredited company. And we’re just getting started. We’re building diverse and inclusive teams around the world — because that’s how we create even better experiences for our merchants and our partners. And we need your help. Join us to build the digital economy of tomorrow.

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Checkout.com is looking for an Associate, Financial Control to join our EU Finance team reporting to the Regional Finance Director.

This is a very exciting opportunity for a finance professional to join a rapidly expanding global company. The role is in a multi-layered global finance team covering our main EU entity in France. 

The ideal candidate will be a team player, someone that is motivated with excellent communication skills. You will be joining a growing global controller team that is building a more controlled and best in class environment. The role contributes to the reporting and month end processes for our French entity. There will also be involvement in the reporting and financial control of the branches such as Italy.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Responsible for monthly postings in the accounting system.

• Preparation of Balance Sheet reconciliations. 

• Review of supplier invoices to check account ledger coding and cost centre allocation.

• Working towards continuous improvements in the month end process.

• Support the global and regional statutory audit process and assist with queries.

• Assist with the information gathering for quarterly and half yearly regulatory returns.

• Support the wider teams such as Accounts Payable and FP&A with queries.

Qualifications

What we’re looking for:

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA) with 1-2 years post qualified experience.

• Able to work towards tight deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.

• Comfortable being a contact point in finance and liaising with numerous stakeholders. across Checkout and external providers including auditors and accountants.

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with Excel.

• Systems knowledge, particularly Workday would be highly desirable.

• Experience with regulatory reporting

• Fluency in English is essential. Fluency in French is desired, but not necessary. 

Additional Information

Apply without meeting all requirements statement 

If you don't meet all the requirements but think you might still be right for the role, please apply anyway. We're always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

We believe in equal opportunities

We work as one team. Wherever you come from. However you identify. And whichever payment method you use. 

Our clients come from all over the world — and so do we. Hiring hard-working people and giving them a community to thrive in is critical to our success.

When you join our team, we’ll empower you to unlock your potential so you can do your best work. We’d love to hear how you think you could make a difference here with us. 

We want to set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable. We’ll be happy to support you.

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