Head of Finance
Cyprus | Full-time
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement financial strategies and policies to support company growth and profitability
- Oversee and manage all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting
- Establish a unified budgeting process for a group of companies
- Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, including AML/KYC, tax, and audit requirements
- Develop and manage financial controls and systems to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance with IFRS and regulators.
- Develop and implement tax strategies to minimize tax liability and ensure compliance with international tax laws
- Hire the finance team, promoting a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with executive leadership to set financial targets and monitor performance, providing regular updates and actionable insights to support decision-making
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, investors, and regulatory authorities to enhance the company’s reputation and market position
- Stay current on industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes, proactively adapting financial strategies and operations to maintain a competitive edge
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA) preferred
- Progressive finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role (as Head of Finance, CFO Deputy), preferably within the financial services or fintech industry
- Demonstrated experience in managing financial operations, planning, and analysis for a global, high-growth organisation
- Extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, tax
- In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, IFRS, accounting principles, and risk management practices
- Proven leadership and management skills with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis software and tools
- Fluency in English and Russian languages
- Wiliness to work from Cyprus office
Will be a plus
- Professional certification such as CPA, CMA, or CFA is a plus
- A Master’s degree or MBA is strongly preferred
- Comprehensive understanding of global financial markets, online trading regulations
We offer
- Opportunity to work for a leading international brokerage company
- Chance to make a significant impact on the company’s financial performance and success
- Ability to gain new experience globally in different jurisdictions
- Opportunity to build the finance department from scratch
- 21 paid vacation days per year
- 10 paid sick leave days per year
- Public holidays according to the Cyprus Public holiday list
- Medical insurance
- Extensive relocation package
- Professional education budget
- Language learning budget
- Wellness budget (gym membership, sports gear and related expenses)