The Company

PayPal has been revolutionizing commerce globally for more than 25 years. Creating innovative experiences that make moving money, selling, and shopping simple, personalized, and secure, PayPal empowers consumers and businesses in approximately 200 markets to join and thrive in the global economy. 

We operate a global, two-sided network at scale that connects hundreds of millions of merchants and consumers. We help merchants and consumers connect, transact, and complete payments, whether they are online or in person. PayPal is more than a connection to third-party payment networks. We provide proprietary payment solutions accepted by merchants that enable the completion of payments on our platform on behalf of our customers.

We offer our customers the flexibility to use their accounts to purchase and receive payments for goods and services, as well as the ability to transfer and withdraw funds. We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account balance, PayPal and Venmo branded credit products, a credit card, a debit card, certain cryptocurrencies, or other stored value products such as gift cards, and eligible credit card rewards.  Our PayPal, Venmo, and Xoom products also make it safer and simpler for friends and family to transfer funds to each other. We offer merchants an end-to-end payments solution that provides authorization and settlement capabilities, as well as instant access to funds and payouts. We also help merchants connect with their customers, process exchanges and returns, and manage risk. We enable consumers to engage in cross-border shopping and merchants to extend their global reach while reducing the complexity and friction involved in enabling cross-border trade. 

Our beliefs are the foundation for how we conduct business every day.  We live each day guided by our core values of Inclusion, Innovation, Collaboration, and Wellness. Together, our values ensure that we work together as one global team with our customers at the center of everything we do – and they push us to ensure we take care of ourselves, each other, and our communities.

Job Summary:

What you need to know about the role-
As Finance Controller, you will be responsible for maintaining and driving controllership rigor & discipline and ensuring statutory compliance for legal entities in Europe. This role includes the preparation of the financial statements as well as ensuring timely completion of statutory audits for the legal entities.

Meet our team
Reporting to the Europe Controller, you will join the International Controllership team and work closely with various finance stakeholders in Tax, Treasury and other Accounting teams for running controllership governance processes. Our team is collaborative and driven, offering opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Job Description:

Essential Responsibilities:

You will play a central role in financial control, ensuring compliance and safeguarding the integrity of financial reporting:

Control framework execution, ensuring integrity of financials and identifying areas for improvement in processes. This includes the preparation of monthly financial reports and analytics to support a structured risk-based monthly financial review.Lead the preparation and review of financial statements in line with IFRS/local GAAP - including tax provision computation, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and audit readiness.Ensure regular review of account reconciliations including follow up and closure of open items.Support on projects, as assigned, such as process improvement initiatives, strengthening of accounting controls, building dashboards for management reporting etc.Coordinate and manage external audits, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors and internal stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

You are a detail-oriented and analytically strong finance professional who combines deep technical knowledge with strong business acumen. You thrive in collaborative environments, enjoy solving complex problems, and are confident managing high-stakes financial processes. You bring energy, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative spirit.

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from an accredited university Chartered Accountant qualification is a pre-requisite 8-10 years of relevant experience in controllership, accounting & financial audits/advisoryPrior experience in financial audit (BIG4)Strong knowledge of IFRS or local GAAP, with hands-on experience in preparing and reviewing financial statements and managing external audits.Excellent analytical skills — able to interpret data, challenge assumptions, and provide actionable insights.Critical thinker, with the ability to work across regions and functions in a fast-paced environment Working knowledge in tax and transfer pricing 

Preferred Qualification:

Subsidiary:

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For the majority of employees, PayPal's balanced hybrid work model offers 3 days in the office for effective in-person collaboration and 2 days at your choice of either the PayPal office or your home workspace, ensuring that you equally have the benefits and conveniences of both locations.

Our Benefits:

At PayPal, we’re committed to building an equitable and inclusive global economy. And we can’t do this without our most important asset—you. That’s why we offer benefits to help you thrive in every stage of life. We champion your financial, physical, and mental health by offering valuable benefits and resources to help you care for the whole you.

We have great benefits including a flexible work environment, employee shares options, health and life insurance and more. To learn more about our benefits please visit https://www.paypalbenefits.com.

Who We Are:

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Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 

PayPal provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.  In addition, PayPal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.  If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentaccommodations@paypal.com.  

Belonging at PayPal: 

Our employees are central to advancing our mission, and we strive to create an environment where everyone can do their best work with a sense of purpose and belonging. Belonging at PayPal means creating a workplace with a sense of acceptance and security where all employees feel included and valued. We are proud to have a diverse workforce reflective of the merchants, consumers, and communities that we serve, and we continue to take tangible actions to cultivate inclusivity and belonging at PayPal.

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