Director of Policy
GoodleapSalary not specified
Full Time
Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
FintechIndustries
Requirements
- Professionally qualified accountant (CA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with 12 years post-qualification experience
- In-depth knowledge of international accounting standards, in particular IFRS 15, IFRS 9 & IFRS 2
- Team leadership experience, with a commitment to living the company’s operating principles
- Exceptional written and communication skills, in particular the production of accounting analysis memos and simplifying complex accounting concepts for non-accountant senior stakeholders
- Experience in the preparation, review or audit of financial statements prepared under IFRS
- Experience of accounting within an international environment and communication with external auditors
- Experience of US GAAP is desirable but not essential
Responsibilities
- Provide accounting advice on a range of IFRS topics including revenue, financial instruments, software capitalisation, leases and impairment
- Lead the Technical Accounting team, providing oversight on the calculation and reporting of expected credit losses and share-based payment expense
- Lead the determination of group accounting policies and the development and maintenance of internal guidance manuals, including running the accounting decisions for new products and geographies
- Lead the assessment and implementation of new and amended accounting standards, including IFRS 18 in the near term
- Communicate with senior internal stakeholders including the Executive team and lead complex accounting discussions with external auditors
- Assist financial controllers with local GAAP and financial statement advice as necessary, including group GAAP checklist
- Determining accounting policies and treatment under IFRS, providing advice globally across all functions, supporting the preparation and review of Checkout.com’s financial statements and communicating accounting outcomes and requirements to senior stakeholders
- Management of two direct reports
Skills
Key technologies and capabilities for this role
Questions & Answers
Common questions about this position
What qualifications are required for the Director, Head of Technical Accounting role?
Candidates must be professionally qualified accountants (CA / ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with 12 years of post-qualification experience and in-depth knowledge of international accounting standards, particularly IFRS 15 and IFRS.
What is the salary or compensation for this position?
This information is not specified in the job description.
Is this role remote or does it require office work?
This information is not specified in the job description.
What does the company culture feel like at Checkout.com?
The culture is dynamic, fast-paced, performance-obsessed, and driven by continuous improvement, with employees thriving in a global environment focused on building the future of fintech.
What experience makes a candidate stand out for this role?
Strong technical skills in IFRS topics like revenue, financial instruments, and new standards, leadership experience managing a team, meticulous attention to detail, and integrity are key, along with 12 years post-qualification experience.
Checkout.com
High-performance payments platform for enterprises
About Checkout.com
Checkout.com provides a payments platform that helps businesses process payments, send payouts, and manage card programs. The platform is designed for large enterprises and growing businesses, allowing them to handle high volumes of transactions quickly and reliably. It integrates with clients' existing systems and offers a range of payment services, generating revenue through transaction fees and subscriptions. Unlike many competitors, Checkout.com focuses on providing a comprehensive, cloud-based solution that supports the financial operations of its clients across the globe. The goal of Checkout.com is to streamline payment processes and enhance the payment experience for both businesses and their customers.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$1,780.1MTotal Funding
SERIES_DCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Work-life balance - Flexible working and plenty of time off to unwind. We’ll even give you your birthday off.
Recognition - Peer recognition program and quarterly Hero Awards. We celebrate success together.
Career development - Tailored career development and learning pathways. We’ll help you unlock your potential.
Celebrating diversity - Internal community groups and cultural events. We celebrate our differences.
Staying healthy - A global wellness programme and private health insurance. We support your wellbeing.
Security for the future - Comprehensive plans for you and your loved ones. We’ll take care of you.
Giving back - Employee-led community outreach, payroll giving and a volunteering day. We care about your causes.
Risks
Checkout.com faces increased competition from emerging fintech startups.
Economic instability in the UK and EU may impact Checkout.com's revenue.
Regulatory scrutiny on data privacy could increase compliance costs.
Differentiation
Checkout.com offers payments in over 150 currencies with in-country acquiring.
The platform integrates fraud filters and reporting through a single API.
Checkout.com supports major international cards and local payment methods.
Upsides
Checkout.com is expanding in Japan, enhancing its global presence.
The partnership with Zing increases digital payment methods and product growth.
Checkout.com launched Octopus for online payments, a first for global PSPs.
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