Senior Accountant

Job title: Senior Accountant

LOCATION: AR – Buenos Aires TYPE: Full time WORK SHIFT: Hybrid

Overview

At Western Union, we’re more than a trusted name in global payments. We’re moving beyond remittances, beyond cash, and beyond the expectations of our customers. Our talented teams enable us to transform into a digital-first company, built on the strength of our retail foundation and powered by next-generation payments. All this with the goal of helping people prosper. Our customers inspire us to push boundaries and create services that make life easier and communities stronger. Wherever you are in the world, we’re committed to shaping the next generation of financial experiences. Join us as we go beyond and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible.

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements, balance sheet accounts, and other accounting reports in accordance with GAAP.
• Perform account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, and investigate variances and outstanding items.
• Review and validate journal entries to ensure the accuracy and integrity of accounting records.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, providing accurate and timely financial information.
• Analyze financial results and account fluctuations, identifying risks, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner closely with Settlement, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to ensure accurate accounting treatment of products and transactions.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audit activities, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and controls.
• Participate in regional accounting activities across Panama, Chile, and other countries within the LACA region.
• Contribute to automation and process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, standardization, and reporting quality.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; recently qualified Accountants are encouraged to apply.
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, account reconciliations, or audit support.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial statement preparation.
• Experience working with external auditors and cross-functional stakeholders in Finance, Settlement, or related areas.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, knowledge of automation, AI tools, or related technologies is highly desirable.
• Intermediate to advanced English proficiency, with the ability to collaborate in a regional and multicultural environment.

Workplace Option Western Union values inperson collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.

Benefits and Other Details You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few. Please see the benefits below specific to your country. If applicable, additional role-specific benefits will be mentioned during your interview process or in an offer of employment.

Your Argentina specific benefits include:

• Gift vouchers for marriage, for birth, others
• Discounts at universities
• Discounts at gyms and shops
• Discounts at the language center
• 10 days off for non-pregnant mother/father

Other Details We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.