Record to Report Team Leader

SumUp; Sofia (NM); On-site; USD 81,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual L&D budget €2000

25 days of paid leave (+1 per year)

Health insurance

Life insurance

On-site yoga

Multisport card

Meal voucher program

Free shuttle to metro

Sabbatical after 3 years

Referral bonus

Job summary

SumUp in Sofia, Bulgaria, is seeking an experienced Head of Record to Report (R2R) to lead a 16-person accounting team across two locations. You will oversee monthly, quarterly, and year-end closes, ensure compliant financial reporting, and partner with auditors to deliver annual statements.

As ACCA or CIMA member with IFRS expertise, you will drive process improvements, automate postings and reconciliations, and support multi-entity consolidation.

Qualifications

• Track record of leading a finance or accounting team through growth or significant change.
• ACCA or CIMA member with IFRS knowledge.
• Experience coordinating audit processes and building relationships with external auditors.
• Comfort in a fast-moving environment with imperfect processes and a drive to improve.
• Fluency in English to explain financial topics to non-finance stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes for R2R across all SumUp entities.
• Coordinate audits with external auditors to ensure timely financial statements.
• Drive automation of postings and reconciliations to free up capacity for improvements.
• Own the annual stock count process, including first-time count of field sales inventory.
• Manage and develop a team of 16 accountants across two locations with clear goals and feedback culture.
• Partner with Controlling, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and People Ops to improve analysis and posting quality.

Skills

Leadership of finance team

IFRS knowledge

Audit coordination

English fluency

Education

ACCA or CIMA member

Job description

Team: Finance – R2R Accounting | Location: Sofia, Bulgaria | Contract type: Permanent, office-first

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Team description

Our global Record to Report (R2R) team keeps SumUp's financial reporting accurate and on time across every entity we operate, from payroll and inventory to intercompany transactions and fixed assets. As we hold ourselves to the highest standards in accounting and prepare for the next stage of our growth, this team's work becomes more visible and more critical every year. Leading this team of 16 accountants across Sofia and São Paulo means shaping how a fast-growing, multi-entity business closes its books, and giving the people behind that work the direction and support they need to do it well.

What you'll do

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes for R2R, keeping financial records accurate, complete, and on time across all SumUp entities
• Coordinate audit activities and manage the relationship with external auditors to ensure smooth, timely delivery of annual financial statements
• Drive automation of postings and reconciliations, such as payroll integrations and scripted reconciliations, to free up capacity for higher-value improvements
• Own the annual stock count process, including the first-time count of field sales inventory
• Manage and develop a team of 16 accountants across two locations, setting clear goals and building a strong feedback culture
• Partner with Controlling, Treasury, Tax, Procurement, and People Ops to improve analysis, reconciliation and posting quality and support new business initiatives

You'll be great for this role if...

• Track record of leading a finance or accounting team through a period of growth or significant change
• ACCA or CIMA member with strong knowledge of IFRS with experience applying accounting standards to complex, judgement-based transactions
• Experience coordinating audit processes and building relationships with external auditors
• Comfort working in a fast-moving environment where processes aren't always perfect and improvement is part of the job
• Fluency in English, with the confidence to explain financial topics clearly to non-finance stakeholders

Why you should join SumUp

Opportunity to work with SumUppers globally on large-scale fintech products used by millions of businesses worldwide, from our modern Sofia office. This involves an office-first setup

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced

Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success

A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2000 and 10 paid days of educational leave which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education

Generous time off: 25 days of paid leave, plus one extra day per year of service (up to 35), along with public holidays and special leave options

Peace of mind: additional health insurance and life insurance

Stay active: on-site yoga and a co-sponsored Multisport card offering access to hundreds of sports facilities

Meal support: benefit from a tax-free food voucher program plus flexibility via our Re:Benefits platform

Easy commute: free shuttle buses connecting directly to Joliot-Curie metro station

Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service

Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team

About SumUp

Be empowered to do more that matters.

At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 39 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships.

Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 4,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify.

SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.

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