Accountant - Payment Institution

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Accountant passionate about fintech and payments to join our Payment Institute, regulated by the Bank of Italy.

As an Accountant at Scalapay, you will own end-to-end accounting operations for our regulated payment institution, working closely with the Finance Director to support monthly closings, reconciliations, and statutory reporting — ensuring accuracy and compliance at every step.

Responsibilities:

• Perform day-by-day accounting entries and and review complex journal entries.
• Manage monthly reconciliations and work with other departments to support monthly closing activities.
• Analyze invoices and assist with payments and cash flow reporting.
• Book invoices and expenses and ensure accuracy of the provision of monthly data for management reporting
• Support preparation of statutory financial statements and contribute to Group consolidated accounts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure accounting processes align with operational and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in corporate accounting (ideally in financial services or payments).
• Solid understanding of Italian accounting standards and monthly closing processes.
• Preparation of financial statements (preferably from banks)
• Good communication skills in English (and Italian beneficial).
• Strong Excel skills; experience with NetSuite or similar ERPs a plus.
• Curiosity, proactivity, and ability to work in a fast-paced fintech environment.
• Big Four Audit background will be a plus.

Why you’ll love working here:

• Be part of a rapidly scaling fintech that is shaping how Europe pays and gets paid.
• Work with a diverse, international team driven by ownership and impact.
• Ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship, and career growth.
• A hybrid work model with flexibility and collaboration.
• Competitive package and performance-linked rewards.

Recruitment process:

• Initial call with Talent Acquisition
• Interview with Finance Director
• Practical case or technical discussion with Senior Leadership
• Final meeting with Scalapay's CEO