Opportunity for Junior Finance Specialists – Vilnius, Lithuania
Are you looking to build an exciting career in finance and accounting within a global organization? Are you interested in joining a globally diverse organization where our unique contributions are recognized and celebrated, allowing each of us to thrive? Are you inspired, driven, responsible — and ready to learn fast in a dynamic, multicultural environment? Join Western Union as a Junior Finance Specialist in Vilnius!
Western Union powers your pursuit.
In this role, you will be part of a highly structured and fast-paced Finance Operations environment, supporting key processes across Accounts Receivable, Accounting Operations, and Settlement/Payment Operations. You’ll gain real hands-on experience, participate in month-end close activities, support daily operational finance tasks, and collaborate with global teams and partners worldwide.
Role Responsibilities
Sort, verify, and match financial data such as bills, invoices, and bank statements.
Compile financial data for maintaining accounting records.
Assist in standard bookkeeping and payment operations processes.
Produce daily accurate payments and support settlement-related activities.
Perform reconciliations and reporting across different accounts.
Resolve exceptions, investigate discrepancies, and support process improvements.
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across the organization.
Communicate with internal stakeholders and global partners, responding to inquiries.
Role Requirements
Bachelor’s degree (or currently studying) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or similar field.
Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (you will become an advanced user in the role).
Strong attention to detail and accuracy mindset.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, structured, deadline-driven environment.
Self-motivated with ability to work independently and take ownership.
Experience in accounting, finance operations, or payment operations is an advantage (but not required).
Work Shift
Western Union values in-person collaboration, problem solving, and ideation whenever possible. We believe this fosters common ways of working and supports how we execute initiatives for our customers. The expectation is to work from the office a minimum of three days a week.
We make financial services accessible to humans everywhere. Join us for what’s next.
Western Union is positioned to become the world’s most accessible financial services company — transforming lives and communities. We’re a diverse and passionate customer-centric team of over 8,000 employees serving 200 countries and territories, reaching customers and receivers around the globe. More than moving money, we design easy-to-use products and services for our digital and physical financial ecosystem that help our customers move forward.
Just as we help our global customers prosper, we support our employees in achieving their professional aspirations. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and build a career, as well as receive a great compensation package. If you’re ready to help drive the future of financial services, it’s time for Western Union. Learn more about our purpose and people at https://careers.westernunion.com/.
BENEFITS AND OTHER DETAILS
Salary
The monthly gross base salary range is 1,170 – 2,245 EUR. This range represents anticipated low and high end of the salary for this position. Actual salaries will vary based on candidate’s qualifications, skills and competencies.
Benefits
You will also have access to short-term incentives, multiple health insurance options, accident and life insurance, and access to best-in-class development platforms, to name a few
(https://careers.westernunion.com/global-benefits/). Please see the location-specific benefits below and note that your Recruiter may share additional role-specific benefits during your interview process or in an offer of employment.
Your Lithuania specific benefits include:
Private Health Insurance (3 options)
Life & Accident Insurance
Additional days off
Wide variety of discounts and special offers
Free Fitness facilities
Volunteering activities
Referral program
Relocation Buddy support upon request
For residents of Colorado, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania: Please do not respond to any questions on this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Other Details
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to take assessments. Western Union has partnered with a 3rd party provider to administer these tests. Applicants will need to provide their name and email address in order to process the assessments. If you have any questions, you may reach out to [email protected].
We are passionate about honoring our employee's identity and fostering a feeling of belonging. Our commitment is to provide an inclusive culture that celebrates the unique backgrounds and perspectives of our global teams while reflecting the communities we serve. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, political affiliation, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status. The company will provide accommodation to applicants, including those with disabilities, during the recruitment process, following applicable laws.