Join our finance team and help navigate us through a critical transformation The Finance team is critical in supporting the Wise mission. We are now listed in the US stock exchange in 2026 and need to ensure our technical accounting team is set-up to meet the respective regulatory requirements. We’re looking for a HEAD OF TECHNICAL ACCOUNTING to join us We’re looking for a Head of Technical Accounting to join and lead our technical accounting team. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accounting for our new products and services is in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS to meet our reporting needs. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about financial leadership, we welcome you to apply. Your mission The Technical Accounting team is responsible for understanding the why and how of different accounting areas. This includes documenting accounting position papers and explaining to Finance stakeholders, diverse teams across Wise as well as external auditors the accounting for these. You will be overseeing the team’s work and supporting them in the analysis of various accounting topics. Collaborate cross-functionally to embed accounting into the business - not just the books: You will collaborate with different teams in Finance to ensure correct application of IFRS and US GAAP and that processes and accounting policies are updated to reflect it. Design scalable processes and systems to support rapid growth and our listing in US stock exchange: You are taking ownership for the management of several high-stakes financial workstreams to ensure compliance with financial reporting standards for both internal and external reporting purposes. Act as the primary contact with auditors and other stakeholders from the Technical Accounting team side. Lead and mentor the Technical Accounting team and support them in the transformation journey.  About you Very good US GAAP and IFRS knowledge. It would be beneficial, if you have a professional finance qualification such as the ACA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent. You have prior experience (5+ years) as a Technical Accounting Lead, Senior Technical Accountant, Senior Accounting Adviser or Senior Audit Manager. You have managed accounting projects and demonstrated resilience to break through and overcome challenges.  You have prior experience in the SOX controls framework and have improved accounting processes in light of the SOX requirements. You drive process improvements to enhance financial operations and reporting efficiency. You are able to work in a fast-paced environment, staying organized and ensuring execution of complex initiatives, driving impact at scale. You have excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. You have robust communication skills and strong stakeholder management.  You are an inclusive people leader, who develops talent and builds diverse teams. You are happy to travel on a quarterly basis internationally to other Wise offices (e.g. Tallinn) or for team offsites. Nice to have Experience with capital markets transactions (IPO, debt/equity offerings, prospectuses/circulars) Financial services/fintech industry exposure