Job Summary: The Financial Controller will oversee all financial activities, ensure compliance with accounting standards, and lead the financial team. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in finance, especially within the fintech or forex industry.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement financial strategies, plans, and budgets to support the company's growth objectives.
- Provide financial insights and recommendations to the executive team.
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of atleast 5-10 accountants.
- Foster a high-performance culture within the finance team.
- Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks.
- Manage the budgeting process, including setting budgets, monitoring performance, and reporting variances.
- Conduct financial analysis and forecasting to support business decisions.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of financial systems, including SAP.
- Streamline financial processes for efficiency and accuracy.
- Act as the primary point of contact for financial matters with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, regulatory bodies, finance/audit professionals and accounting partners.
- Advise Board of Directors on the financial implications of business activities and capital structure.
- Manage and regularly report cash flow to the Board.
- Manage relationship with internal or external
Requirements:
- Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification is mandatory.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in finance, with a significant portion in the fintech or forex industry.
- Proven experience in a similar role within a financial service or fintech firm.
- Extensive experience with SAP and other financial management systems.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of accountants.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of EU financial regulations and frameworks would be an advantage.
- Deep understanding of the fintech/forex industry and its regulatory environment.
- Experience in strategic financial planning and execution.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Proficient in the use of Excel and financial management software
- Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods
- CA/CPA/ACA/ACCA/CIMA fully qualified.