Accounting Manager

Accounting Manager - Denver, CO

Are you an enthusiastic senior professional well-versed in accounting? 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 an Accounting Manager.

Western Union powers your pursuit.

As an Accounting Manager, you will be responsible for reviewing Unclaimed Property Compliance in the US and Canada, as well as managing and training accountants and specialists. Other key responsibilities would include:

Role Responsibilities

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  Lead the preparation and filing of unclaimed property reports for both the U.S. and Canada, ensuring full regulatory compliance.

  
  
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  Serve as an accounting partner to various corporate departments, providing financial guidance and support for operational and strategic initiatives.

  
  
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  Oversee complex accounting activities including investment/portfolio/derivative accounting, debt accounting, and goodwill accounting.

  
  
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  Prepare schedules and disclosures for SEC filings, including 10-K and 10-Q reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to GAAP.

  
  
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  Manage the accounting close process, journal entries, reconciliations, and financial analysis. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

  
  
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  Direct departmental activities, manage accounting staff, and support internal and external audits. Participate in complex accounting projects including system implementations and standard changes.

  
  

Role Requirements

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  Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

  
  
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  5+ years financial accounting experience.

  
  
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  Leadership experience preferred

  
  

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/.

Salary

The base salary range is $105,000-$130,000 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary and short-term incentives that align with individual and company performance. Actual salaries will vary based on candidates' qualifications, skills, and competencies.

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 below benefits specific to your
location and note that your recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview
process or in an offer of employment.

Your US specific benefits include:

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  Flexible Time off

  
  
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  Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

  
  
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  Parental Leave

  
  
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  Global Adoption Assistance

  
  
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  4% Western Union Contribution to 401K

  
  

Western Union values in-person collaboration, learning, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this creates value through common ways of working and supports the execution of enterprise objectives which will ultimately help us achieve our strategic goals. By connecting face-to-face, we are better able to learn from our peers, problem-solve together, and innovate.

Our Hybrid Work Model categorizes each role into one of three categories. Western Union has determined the category of this role to be Hybrid. This is defined as a flexible working arrangement that enables employees to divide their time between working from home and working from an office location. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

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.

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:

12-01-2025

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.