Merchant Accountant I

Make your mark at one of the biggest names in payments We’re looking for a dynamic, analytically minded individual to join our Manchester-based Settlements team, playing a key role in a high-volume, global environment.

About the team

Our global finance team responsible for managing settlements across EMEA & APAC for 11 legal entities, handling payables and receivables in 80+ currencies.

This is a fast-paced, collaborative environment where accuracy and insight matter. We pride ourselves on being inclusive, supportive, and globally connected. Come and be part of an ever-evolving company and gain exposure to complex, multi-currency financial operations.

What you’ll own

In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining financial integrity and supporting business operations:

Prepare and post accurate journal entries and account postings

Investigate and resolve erroneous entries, rejected payments, and transaction issues

Perform detailed account reconciliations across high transaction volumes

Analyse financial data and statements to identify trends and discrepancies

Partner with operational teams to resolve client queries and improve processes

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within finance operations

What you bring

Solid understanding of accounting procedures and reconciliation processes

Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs)

Proven experience handling large-scale reconciliations

Strong capability in managing and analysing high volumes of financial data

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail

Added bonus if you have:

Experience working with Oracle or similar financial systems

Exposure to Snowflake and/or Tableau for data analysis and reporting

A Bachelor’s degree in a numerical subject (e.g. Finance, Accounting, Mathematics or similar)

Our perks - what we’ll bring for you

We know it’s bigger than just your career. It’s your life, and your world. That’s why we offer global benefits and programs to support you at every stage. Here’s a taste of what you can expect.

Opportunities to grow your skills and build your career within a global business

Access to learning, development and on-the-job experiences that your expertise

A supportive, inclusive team environment where your ideas and input matter

Time to give back through community and charity initiatives

A global employee assistance programme to support your wellbeing

Recognition through a global platform that celebrates your achievements

What makes a Globalpayer?

Globalpayers think like a client, act like an owner and win as one team. We’re curious and innovative – always finding better ways to deliver impact. We empower each other to make decisions, and it’s our passion that drives excellence in everything we set out to do.

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