Western Union · 13 hours ago
VP Accounting Shared Services/ Accounting Operations
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
15+ years expWestern Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company transforming lives and communities. In this role, the Vice President of Accounting Shared Services will lead process excellence across the company’s regional financial operating centers, focusing on optimizing accounting processes and driving large-scale transformation initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Assess current accounting processes and procedures across regional operating centers
Document workflows, systems, and internal controls to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
Redefine operating models and optimize processes using state-of-the-art technologies
Evaluate and enhance the global shared services (GSS) structure
Develop and implement process improvements aligned with industry’s best practices and regulatory standards
Lead change management initiatives, including training and performance monitoring
Collaborate with Finance, IT, Compliance, and Operations to ensure seamless integration of new processes
Establish metrics and reporting frameworks to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on process optimization and governance
Manage and interact with multiple teams across disciplines and regions
This position is critical to achieving the company’s strategic goal of enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring consistent, high-quality accounting practices globally
We seek a proactive leader passionate about process improvement and committed to excellence in financial operations
Qualification
Required
15+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial management, including leadership roles
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field; master's degree or CPA preferred
Proven experience in global multinational companies with complex operational structures
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale transformation initiatives
Strong knowledge of accounting systems, internal controls, and regulatory compliance
Exceptional analytical, communication, and project management skills
Ability and willingness to travel to regional operating centers as needed
Functional knowledge of ERP systems, T&E tools, payroll systems, and related applications
Deep understanding of innovative approaches to adapt to rapidly changing environments
Experience influencing across cultures and geographies, including vendor and C-suite interactions
Preferred
master's degree or CPA preferred
Benefits
Great compensation package
Company
Western Union
Western Union provides consumers and businesses with fast, reliable and convenient ways to send and receive money around the world.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$800M2026-01-09Post Ipo Debt· $800M
2006-10-02IPO
Leadership Team
Nicolas Levi
Regional Vice President Middle East Afghanistan Pakistan
Ashutosh Shinde
Head - Technology Engineering Center (India)
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