Manager, Finance Operations

Company Description

We’re Checkout.com – you might not know our name, but companies like eBay, ASOS, Klarna, Uber Eats, and Sony do. That moment when you check out online? We make it happen.

Checkout.com is where the world checks out. Our global network powers billions of transactions every year, making money move without making a fuss. We spent years perfecting a service most people will never notice. Because when digital payments just work, businesses grow, customers stay, and no one stops to think about why.

With 19 offices spanning six continents, we feel at home everywhere – but London is our HQ. Wherever our people work their magic, they’re fast-moving, performance-obsessed, and driven by being better every day. Ideal. Because a role here isn’t just another job; it’s a career-defining opportunity to build the future of fintech.

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking a high-energy, results-oriented Manager, Finance Operations to lead a critical and highly visible team. This role is perfect for an ambitious professional ready to step up and own the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of core financial control processes. You won't just manage; you'll be a player-coach, driving key automation projects and mentoring a talented team to deliver financial accuracy and operational efficiency as we scale. This position is a launchpad for future leadership within our rapidly growing organization.

This role requires a blend of hands-on operational expertise and effective people leadership.

What You Will Do

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of 5-10 Finance Operations Analysts/Senior Analysts, fostering a culture of ownership, accuracy, and continuous learning.

• Conduct regular one-on-ones, set clear individual performance goals, and provide targeted coaching to build expertise in reconciliations, controls, and process improvement.

• Actively participate in the hiring, onboarding, and retention of top talent for the team.

Operational Excellence & Control

• Own the delivery of timely and accurate execution of complex financial reconciliations, ensuring all general ledger accounts are reconciled on time and according to company policy.

• Drive the investigation and resolution of reconciliation breaks and complex variances, ensuring root causes are identified and corrective actions are implemented to prevent recurrence.

• Perform detailed quality reviews on high-volume and medium-risk reconciliations, upholding the highest standards of financial control and data integrity.

Process Improvement & Projects

• Identify, champion, and execute process improvements, focusing on opportunities for automation (e.g., RPA, system enhancements) and re-engineering to improve the team's efficiency and control environment.

• Serve as the Finance Operations subject matter expert on cross-functional projects, ensuring new systems or processes integrate smoothly with financial controls.

• Monitor and report on team performance against established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), translating team execution into clear results for leadership.

• Collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional and global teams to ensure alignment and support the company's international operations.

What we're looking for:

• 6+ years of progressive experience in Finance Operations, Accounting, or a related field, with 1-2 years in a direct team leadership or supervisory role.

• A professional qualification such as ACCA or similar.

• Proven expertise in managing and executing complex, high-volume financial reconciliations and period-end close processes.

• Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements and implementing automation or system enhancements.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills and a meticulous attention to detail, capable of managing financial escalations effectively.

• A strong, collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

• Excels at building relationships and influencing senior stakeholders, including auditors, directors and technology partners.

Bring all of you to work

We create the conditions for high performers to thrive – through real ownership, fewer blockers, and work that makes a difference from day one.

Here, you’ll move fast, take on meaningful challenges, and be recognized for the impact you deliver. It’s a place where ambition gets met with opportunity – and where your growth is in your hands.

We work as one team, and we back each other to succeed. So whatever your background or identity, if you’re ready to grow and make a difference, you’ll be right at home here.

It’s important we set you up for success and make our process as accessible as possible. So let us know in your application, or tell your recruiter directly, if you need anything to make your experience or working environment more comfortable.

Life at Checkout.com

We understand that work is just one part of your life. Our hybrid working model offers flexibility, with three days per week in the office to support collaboration and connection.

Curious about what it’s like to be part of our team? Visit our Careers Page to learn more about our culture, open roles, and what drives us.

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