Senior Accountant (Settlements)

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We are Worldpay by FIS. Our technology powers the world’s economy and our teams bring innovation to life. We champion diversity to deliver the best products and solutions for our colleagues, clients and communities. If you’re ready to start learning, growing and making an impact with a career in fintech, we’d like to know: Are you FIS?

About the role:
As an Senior Accountant, your finger will be on the financial pulse of the entire organization. Collaborating with a diverse team, you will be responsible for recording general ledger journal entries, preparing client invoices and conducting account reconciliation, and various analyses of financial statements.
 

What you will be doing:

• Utilizes internal and external settlement systems and data to prepare and complete balancing schedules and cash and balance sheet account reconciliations
• Utilizes settlement systems/data and bank-provided systems to prepare and record general ledger journal entries 
• Monitors and/or processes payments and payment files in conjunction with settlement procedures and policies. 
• Analyzes and researches variances; provides logical/concise explanations for variances and/or fluctuations in a timely manner 
• Works with internal and/or external clients and service providers to resolve out of balance conditions, funds movement errors and/or transaction processing inquiries
• Other related duties assigned as needed. 

What you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience
• Typically requires a minimum of three to five years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of cash management, financial analysis, account reconciliation and balancing processes
• Payments experience
• Knowledge of banking and transaction processing (i.e. ACH, wire, debit and credit card processing) including concepts and principles – demonstrates industry and technical capability
• Understands basic accounting concepts 
• Ability to analyze data, explain results and demonstrates good business judgement 
• Proficient in the use of basic office equipment and tools as well as applications specific to settlement systems/processes
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Excel, and familiarity with other accounting software packages (e.g. Oracle)
• Attention to detail, accuracy; ability to maintain confidentiality – demonstrates risk awareness and compliance
• Ability to multi-task in an organized manner, adjust schedules and prioritize as needed to meet firm deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Communicates ideas both verbally and in written form effectively and in a professional manner 
• Demonstrates the ability to collaborate, including the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, and public 
• Takes initiative, is proactive and seeks opportunities to innovate
• Dedicated to continuous learning and self-development

Added bonus if you have:

• Industry experience or settlements experience

What we offer you:
At FIS, we are as committed to growing our employees’ careers as our own business. We offer:

• Opportunities to innovate in fintech
• Inclusive and diverse team atmosphere
• Professional and personal development
• Resources to contribute to your community
• Competitive salary and benefits

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EEOC Statement

FIS is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here supplement document available here

For positions located in the US, the following conditions apply. If you are made a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to undergo a drug test. ADA Disclaimer: In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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