At PPRO, our mission is to simplify access to local payment methods and our vision is to enable the sale of goods and services to anyone in the world using their preferred way to pay. We empower partners such as Ant Group, PayPal and Stripe to access new markets, connect with more customers, and accelerate their growth.
Our strength lies in our diverse global team with 50+ nationalities and 10+ international locations- all united around one goal – to deliver the best possible products and services to our partners and customers. While our company mission is to keep innovating global commerce, our internal mission is to #chooseaction, #beopen, #thinkcustomer, #gofurther and #wintogether
The Purpose:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Accounting Analyst to join our dynamic Accounting team. This individual will be a key contributor, centrally managing the end-to-end Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) processes for our EMEA and APAC entities.
Beyond core transaction management, this role is crucial for driving continuous improvement within the financial operations function.
You will be an integral part of our Accounting team that is composed of other passionate Accounting teams, with colleagues located in London, Munich, Luxembourg and Sao Paolo.
Your impact in this role:
Manage the full AR process, implementing proactive strategies to minimise aged debt and significantly improve company cash flow.
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for all internal and external receivables queries.
Collaborate with internal teams to align recoverability processes and provide executive-level reporting on progress to senior management.
Support the Accounts Payable Analyst by processing and/or reviewing invoices for accuracy, securing necessary approvals, and ensuring correct data entry into the accounting system.
Oversee monthly payment runs, manage cash positions, and actively contribute to financial forecasting.
Regularly reconcile both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ledgers to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
Communicate proactively with vendors and customers to effectively resolve any payment or invoicing discrepancies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all AP and AR transactions, including the generation of mandatory monthly reports.
Assist in the critical month-end close processes and provide ad-hoc reporting as required.
Support the Procure-to-Pay process, including the management of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
What would make you a great fit:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
5+ years of experience in accounts receivable and payable.
Strong background in accounts receivable or finance operations, payments industry/client funds preferred
Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
Fluency in English is mandatory
ERP experience (preferred Microsoft Dynamics)
What's in it for you ?:
Hybrid working - We offer a hybrid structure with a 3 days / week on site expectation, so you can strike the balance between office and home working. In addition to our 28-day holiday allowance, we also provide a work from abroad policy, enabling employees to work remotely for up to another 30 days per year
Learning and Development - We offer a GBP 1,000 annual budget to support your professional growth—because investing in your development benefits us all. In addition, we provide leadership cafés, on-the-job training, and other opportunities to help you grow your skills and thrive in your role..
Insurance - Because better safe than sorry - we want our employees to benefit from various insurances including a medical insurance (BUPA health care plan) and a 5% matching pension plan through Now Pensions.
Enhance Family Leave - We understand the importance of family - that's why we offer enhanced family leave to support you during key life moments.
Workplace Nursery Scheme - Save on childcare through salary exchange
Gym membership - PPRO helps contribute towards the costs of your gym membership, supporting your physical fitness journey while easing the burden on your wallet
Mental Health Platform - We’ve teamed up with a top well-being platform to provide one-on-one therapy, chat therapy, therapist-led courses, guided meditations, and more.
Our HQ office on Procter Street, is a short walk from Holborn, Farringdon and Covent Garden so if you’re a foodie there’s plenty nearby. The office is befitting a tech business and is set up for cross team collaboration.
Pet-friendly office- Because work is better with your paw-tners by your side
Our Principles:
We get things done: We are courageous; we take ownership, make decisions and get things done.
We act with trust and integrity: We listen first and challenge respectfully. We seek out and leverage diverse perspectives. We welcome and offer honest and open feedback, always assuming positive intent
We put the customer first: We are laser focused on delivering outstanding outcomes for our customers. We put the customer at the heart of what we do.
We make things better: We boldly explore new ideas and have an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement.
We work as a team: We collaborate closely and value team success over individual achievement.
