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Head of Finance (Crypto Entity) - UAE

Full time at Fintech News in UAE
Posted on November 16, 2024

Job details

The Finance team is an integral part of any business. At Revolut, we take that one step further. Our global fintech would be lost without them. They’re more than just an important part of the business — they’re our backbone. Internal accounting? That’s a good start. Supporting all areas of the company and assessing financial implications from various key strategic decisions and growth opportunities — this is what our financial people do all day long. We‘re looking for a Head of Finance to join our UAE team. This role will have exposure to own the general ledger, manage the implementation of robust financial controls, and develop scalable accounting automation. If you have a solid track record in an audit or financial controller role, have a genuine interest in accounting automation, and want the opportunity to push the limit of what you‘re capable of, then get in touch.

Responsibilities

  • Managing finances and overseeing financial control in UAE within the Crypto entity
  • Owning the general ledger, building an objective understanding for all its underlying transactions
  • Looking for synergies and automation opportunities within Accounting and the wider Finance department
  • Coordinating the accounting and month-end closing process
  • Ensuring accurate and timely closing of the books for monthly and annual reporting
  • Preparing analysis on movements in key general ledger accounts
  • Managing the accounting policy, ensuring its up-to-date and latest changes in IFRS and Group policies are implemented
  • Supporting entity set up in UAE
  • Participating in annual and interim audits
  • Contributing to and defining consolidation and financial control processes and procedures
  • Preparing and reviewing management and statutory reporting

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in finance functions, preferably with experience within a banking or financial services environment
  • To be a chartered accountant, trained in a reputable practice
  • Solid accounting knowledge
  • Excellent attention to detail with the ability to unravel complex accounting queries
  • Knowledge of UAE tax regulations
  • The ability to comprehend and narrate financial records for external stakeholders
  • To be positive and willing to try everything, from handwork to bigger projects
  • To be self-motivated, able to work under your own initiative
  • Exceptional organisation skills to plan and organise work so that it‘s efficient and effective
  • Great punctuality and time management skills

Nice to have

  • Experience in fintech
  • Experience with crypto regulations in UAE
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