Accounting Manager

Western Union; United States; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time off

Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Global Adoption Assistance

401K plan

Job summary

Western Union is seeking an Accounting Manager based in Denver, with a hybrid work arrangement requiring three days in the office each week.

You will lead the accounting team, oversee general ledger accuracy, GAAP compliance, and financial reporting, while guiding ongoing system and process improvements in a global finance organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ financial accounting experience required.
• 2-5 years leadership experience required.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages the planning and direction of departmental activities related to general accounting functions and preparation of reports and statistics reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances, and other financial results.
• Specifically responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of the ledger accounts and financial statements in compliance with Company and GAAP standards.
• Formulates and directs the administration of approved accounting practices.
• Oversee the efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs supporting the Finance organization.
• May participate in accounting projects.
• Responsible for managing people; hiring, performance reviews and compensation decisions.
• Perform all duties inherent in a managerial role.
• Overseeing Opex and Capex accounting related to IT processes
• Overseeing Prepaid accounting
• Managing Blackline account reconciliation access and assignments
• Month end Balance sheet review reporting
• Partnering with various corporate and business departments

Skills

Financial accounting

Leadership

GAAP

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CPA preferred

Job description

Accounting Manager – Denver (Hybrid)

Western Union powers your pursuit.

Are you passionate about providing leadership within our accounting function? Do you enjoy working independently and managing and delivering projects in a complex environment? Does joining a global company that invests in its people and builds their capabilities to adapt, develop, and innovate sound interesting to you? Then it’s time to join Western Union as an Accounting Manager.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Western Union will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position. Applicants must be based in Denver or willing to relocate to Denver to work from the Denver office a minimum of three days a week. Western Union will not assist with relocation costs for this position.

Role Responsibilities

• Manages the planning and direction of departmental activities related to general accounting functions and preparation of reports and statistics reflecting earnings, profits, cash balances, and other financial results.
• Specifically responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of the ledger accounts and financial statements in compliance with Company and GAAP standards.
• Formulates and directs the administration of approved accounting practices.
• Oversee the efficient operation and cost-effectiveness of operating systems and programs supporting the Finance organization.
• May participate in accounting projects.
• Responsible for managing people; hiring, performance reviews and compensation decisions.
• Perform all duties inherent in a managerial role.
• Overseeing Opex and Capex accounting related to IT processes
• Overseeing Prepaid accounting
• Managing Blackline account reconciliation access and assignments
• Month end Balance sheet review reporting
• Partnering with various corporate and business departments

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting preferred or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ financial accounting experience required.
• 2-5 years leadership experience required.
• CPA 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 agreat 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 $125,000.00 - 130,000.00 USD per year, total on target compensation includes a base salary plus annual 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:

• Paid Time off
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Global Adoption Assistance
• 401K plan

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:

10-05-2026

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.