Aimed at mid-to-senior level accounting professionals who thrive in high-volume environments and are interested in process automation and system implementation. The role is based in Sofia, Bulgaria, and emphasizes collaboration within a team focused on financial accuracy and global fintech operations.
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Original posting from SumUp
Senior GL Accountant
Sofia, office-first | Full-time
About the team
Our Finance team in Sofia is part of SumUp’s global Finance organisation. We help keep financial information accurate, consistent and delivered on time, enabling stakeholders across the business to make informed decisions. By strengthening financial processes, governance and internal controls, we support SumUp’s responsible growth across markets. Working in an international and collaborative environment, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the financial foundations of a global fintech company and help make the way we work more efficient and effective.
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What you'll do
Process and post vendor invoices and credit notes across several legal entities, keeping accuracy and deadlines on track
Prepare and post monthly accruals and support month-end close activities
Reconcile vendor balances, resolve discrepancies and manage day-to-day vendor communication
Prepare weekly payment proposals and complete weekly bank postings
Support the rollout of a new procurement system (ZIP), including testing and helping stabilise new workflows
Identify process inefficiencies and contribute ideas for automation and standardisation within the team
You'll be great for this role if…
Strong knowledge of core accounting principles, including debit and credit reconciliation, accruals and deferrals
Experience processing prepayments and payments in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Familiarity with SAP or a similar ERP system used for procure to pay processes
Comfort working with Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP and data tables
Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal
You’re curious about AI and automation, and use - or are keen to use - AI tools responsibly to streamline repetitive tasks, improve accuracy, and make P2P processes more efficient.
Nice to have:
ACCA Certification
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 set up
🌈 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
📚 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 than 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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Source: SumUp careers