Technical Accounting Manager
TLDR
Shape SumUp's financial strategies by implementing complex IFRS standards and providing clear technical accounting guidance as part of the influential Global Finance team.
Technical Accounting Manager — Finance
About the team
This is a senior technical accounting role with real strategic influence — not a policy maintenance job. You'll help shape how SumUp's financial statements are structured and how complex IFRS standards are applied across a business that spans payments, banking, lending, and other financial products across 37 markets and 10 legal entities.
You'll bring the technical accounting perspective that helps SumUp make sound business decisions and accurate reporting judgements — from new IFRS standards adoption to how we treat internally developed products on the balance sheet. The role requires someone who loves deep research and knows how to distill it into a clear, concise conclusion.
You'll be part of the Global Finance team, working closely with the Group Reporting and Controlling teams, together shaping how SumUp reports its financials to leadership, auditors, and investors.
This is an individual contributor role with significant cross-functional influence.
🎥 Get a feel for our Sofia office: Sofia
What you'll do
- Lead the adoption and application of new and evolving IFRS standards, assessing their impact on SumUp's P&L and financial position
- Research complex accounting questions and translate them into clear, well-supported technical positions
- Review significant transactions and contracts for accounting implications, working alongside Legal, FP&A, Tax, and Accounting
- Own and evolve the Accounting Manual, turning principle-based standards into practical, accessible guidance for finance teams across the business
- Act as the trusted escalation point for technical accounting questions across the organization, supporting and upskilling finance teams as the business grows
What you'll bring
- Deep IFRS expertise with experience applying principle-based standards to complex, non-routine transactions
- A genuine love of research — curious, thorough, and always asking the right questions before reaching a conclusion
- The ability to interpret complex accounting standards and communicate what they mean for the business in simple terms
- Ideally, a professional qualification — ACCA, ACA or CPA — and a Master's degree in Accounting or Finance
- Background in Big 4 audit or a large or listed company accounting function, with exposure to complex group structures
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 €2,000 for your individual development, which you can use to attend conferences and/or advancing 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: comprehensive health and life insurance — includes dental coverage
💪 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
👶 Family-friendly: child birth or adoption of a child bonus
🌴 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 37 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 3,000 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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Benefits
Health Insurance
Peace of mind: comprehensive health and life insurance — includes dental coverage
Learning Budget
A dedicated annual L&D budget of €2,000 for your individual development, which you can use to attend conferences and/or advancing your career through further education
Paid Time Off
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
Stock Options
Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success
SumUp is a global financial technology company that delivers affordable payment solutions and user-friendly point of sale systems, specifically designed for small businesses. By focusing on innovation and accessibility, SumUp empowers local entrepreneurs to accept card payments easily and grow their businesses.
- Founded
- Founded 2012
- Employees
- 500+ employees
- Industry
- Capital Markets
- Total raised
- $430M raised