Senior Finance & ICFR Controller at SumUp

Sofia, Sofia-City, Bulgaria -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

13 Jan, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounting, Controlling, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Governance, IFRS, Consolidations, Variance Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Communication, Presentation Skills, Emotional Intelligence, Curiosity, Automation, Operational Efficiency

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Senior Finance / ICFR Controller 📍 Sofia, Bulgaria | Office-first At SumUp, we empower small businesses with flexible, fair, affordable, and easy-to-use financial technology. Every day, millions of merchants rely on our tools to accept payments, manage finances, and grow their businesses. SumUp is a leading global fintech company with a strong presence in Bulgaria, supported by a Sofia-based team of 450+ professionals, serving over 4 million merchants in 36 markets across Europe, the US, Latin America, and Australia. Our Global Finance organization ensures financial accuracy, transparency, and strong governance across the group. We combine solid accounting foundations with automation, scalable processes, and continuous improvement to support SumUp’s growth. As a Senior Finance / ICFR Controller, you will take on a high-impact, dual-scope role, combining hands-on group controllership with ownership of internal financial control processes. You will shape and strengthen SumUp’s control environment while ensuring high-quality IFRS reporting across a complex, multi-entity organization. What You’ll Do Internal Controls & Governance (50%) Design, implement, monitor, and continuously improve internal controls over financial reporting. Support control design and execution across key financial reporting areas, identifying gaps and driving remediation. Monitor changes in accounting standards and business processes to ensure controls remain effective. Collaborate with Supply Chain, IT, Legal, and Procurement to embed controls in end-to-end processes. Serve as a key finance partner for governance, risk, and compliance initiatives. Finance & Controllership (50%) Own balance sheet oversight and lead structured monthly balance sheet reviews. Lead monthly consolidated management accounts and annual IFRS financial statements preparation. Conduct group-level variance analysis and contribute to reporting initiatives. Act as financial controller for assigned legal entities across the group. Ensure high-quality data extraction, consolidation accuracy, and strong quality checks. Support audits, financial reviews, and compliance activities. Drive adoption and improvement of reporting and close tools. Cross-Functional & Project Work Partner with FP&A, Accounting, Controlling, ERP, Tax, and Corporate Development teams. Lead IFRS and group reporting projects, including complex accounting issues. Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on accounting quality, automation, and operational efficiency. Build strong relationships with auditors, compliance teams, and regulators. Present results clearly and meet deadlines consistently. You’ll Be Great for This Role If You have 10+ years of experience in accounting, controlling, or financial reporting within complex, multi-entity organizations. You bring hands-on controlling experience with end-to-end responsibility for monthly and annual reporting cycles, consolidations, and IFRS financial statements. You have strong knowledge of internal control frameworks and financial governance. You are confident running consolidations, reconciliations, and interpreting financial data independently. You hold a Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance. You are fluent in English with strong communication and presentation skills. You are proactive, hands-on, and comfortable driving process improvements and change. You thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and enjoy tackling ambiguity. You bring strong stakeholder management skills, emotional intelligence, and curiosity to learn. Nice to Have ACCA or CIMA qualification (or equivalent) CFA or Risk / Credit Management certifications Experience with finance automation or internal control tooling Why Join SumUp Global Impact: Work with international teams on fintech products used by millions of small businesses. Diversity & Inclusion: Join a workplace that values different perspectives and fosters an inclusive culture. Ownership: Participate in our Virtual Stock Option program and share in SumUp’s success. Time Off: 25 days paid leave + extra days for long service, public holidays, and special leave. Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and life insurance, including dental coverage. Stay Active: On-site yoga and co-sponsored Multisport card. Meal Support: Tax-free food vouchers and flexible benefits via Re:Benefits. Easy Commute: Free shuttle buses to Joliot-Curie metro station. Family-Friendly: New baby bonus and subsidized daycare (9 months–12 years). Break4Me: One-month paid sabbatical after 3 years. Referral Bonus: Earn rewards for referring talented people. About SumUp We believe in the everyday hero — the small business owner. Our teams across Europe, South America, Australia, and the US work together to help merchants succeed doing what they love. SumUp is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, colour, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other protected characteristics. SumUp does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.

Responsibilities

The Senior Finance / ICFR Controller will design and improve internal controls over financial reporting while overseeing balance sheet management and IFRS financial statements preparation. This role involves collaboration with various departments to ensure effective governance and compliance.