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Head of Technical Accounting

London, gb💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-22 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead the technical accounting team to ensure Wise's new products and services comply with US GAAP and IFRS for US stock exchange listing in 2026.

Role type

Head of Technical Accounting (Finance Leadership)

Builds

Scalable accounting processes, systems, and position papers for internal and external financial reporting.

Domain

Fintech / Financial Services / US Stock Exchange Listing

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> dashboards & analysis (financial reporting & compliance)

Required skills

US GAAP, IFRS, SOX controls framework, technical accounting project management, process improvement, analytical problem-solving, inclusive leadership

Preferred skills

Professional finance qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA), capital markets transactions (IPO, debt/equity offerings), fintech industry exposure

Technologies

US GAAP, IFRS, SOX

Responsibilities

Oversee technical accounting team work and analysis; Collaborate cross-functionally to embed accounting into business processes; Design scalable processes for rapid growth and listing; Act as primary contact with auditors; Lead and mentor the team through transformation.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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