Head of Finance

We look for an experienced and dynamic professional to lead the Finance function within a regulated environment (fintech). This individual will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, transparency, and efficiency of financial operations while driving continuous improvement and process optimization.

Primary Objective:

To manage and oversee the Finance function by building trust, motivating the team, meeting deadlines, enhancing processes, and introducing efficiencies that support and control growing business activity.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-growing and innovative industry. Familiarity and genuine interest in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are considered advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Lead the Finance team and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and best practices across all financial operations.

Financial Operations

• Oversee financial accounting, including revenue accounting, accounts payable, month-end and year-end closings, and financial controls.
• Maintain and update financial procedures to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with Operations and Compliance teams to safeguard client assets and ensure controlled processing.

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare, analyze, and review internal and external financial statements.
• Support timely filing of regulatory reports and escalate relevant matters to senior management and the Board as required.
• Work closely with auditors to ensure timely completion of audits.

Planning and Strategy

• Manage financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance explanations.
• Evaluate and implement systems to improve efficiency and automation in financial processes.

Treasury and Tax

• Oversee treasury management, including bank accounts, cash management, and reconciliations.
• Manage corporate tax obligations (direct and indirect).

Global Coordination

• Collaborate with international offices to ensure transparency and alignment on finance-related matters.
• Participate in internal and global projects to ensure effective coordination across the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum of five years of progressive experience in accounting/finance, preferably within regulated financial services (e.g., payment institutions, banks).
• Ideally crypto or payments experience.
• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACMA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of multicultural work environments.
• Hands-on experience with accounting processes from journal entry to reporting.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and experience with accounting software.
• Familiarity with month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Solid knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP; IFRS and US GAAP are a plus.
• Previous experience in the financial sector is desirable; experience in Japanese multinationals is an advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly results-driven and hardworking.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Adaptable and calm under pressure.