# International Accounting Lead

**Company:** [Stripe](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/stripe)
**Location:** Dublin, Ireland
**Role:** Finance & Accounting
**Experience:** 10+ years
**Skills:** US GAAP, Ifrs, Frs 102, Aca, Acca, Cima, Statutory Reporting, Financial Close, Financial Statements, Tax Filings, Technical Accounting, Oracle Erp, Audit Management, Transfer Pricing, Treasury
**Posted:** 2026-08-06

> Leads financial close, statutory reporting, technical accounting, tax oversight, and controllership for international entities while managing a high-performing team. Requires 10+ years of accounting or audit experience, a professional certification, and expertise in US GAAP, IFRS, and FRS 102.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Lead the end-to-end monthly close of US GAAP books, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness.
- Oversee the preparation and submission of comprehensive regulatory and financial reporting deliverables.
- Lead financial statement preparation, audit support, and technical documentation, including presentations to the Board of Directors.
- Monitor and adapt to changes in global accounting and tax regulations to maintain compliance.
- Oversee and support the preparation of direct and indirect tax returns.
- Mentor, guide, and manage the professional development of a high-performing controllership team.
- Partner with Tax, Transfer Pricing, Treasury, Finance and Strategy, and Legal teams on strategic projects.
- Develop a deep understanding of company transactions and contracts to advise cross-functional teams effectively.
- Oversee and optimize relationships with finance outsourcing vendors and auditors.
- Maintain fluency in US GAAP and IFRS/FRS 102, researching complex accounting issues and producing clear technical accounting memos.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement AI solutions to drive measurable process improvements across teams.

## Requirements
- Active ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional certification.
- 10+ years of progressive accounting or audit experience.
- Technical expertise and practical application of IFRS, FRS 102, and US GAAP.
- Experience managing large-scale statutory audits involving central and local teams, as well as overseeing tax filings.
- Experience leading and delivering cross-functional initiatives.
- Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong ability to partner and communicate effectively across diverse internal teams.

## Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Big Four accounting, payments, financial services, or technology.
- Proficiency with enterprise accounting systems, such as Oracle or similar ERP platforms.
- Experience working in a high-growth or rapidly scaling environment.

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