We are seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to partner closely with the CEO and executive team in shaping the financial future of a rapidly scaling international company. The CFO will play a key role in driving sustainable growth, strengthening capital efficiency, and building a scalable finance structure to support global expansion in a regulated trading environment.
Responsibilities:
- Act as a strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, shaping the company’s long-term financial strategy, sustainability and supporting sustainable global growth.
- Design and scale a robust, multi-entity finance structure to support rapid international growth and increasing operational complexity.
- Provide clear, data-driven insights and executive-level reporting to support strategic initiatives and long-term value creation.
- Lead capital allocation strategy, ensuring effective deployment of resources across product development, marketing, geographic expansion, and operational scaling.
- Drive advanced financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling to support decision-making in a dynamic, high-volume trading environment.
- Oversee treasury operations, including liquidity management, multi-currency cash flows, capital structure optimization, investments, and financing activities.
- Establish and maintain a comprehensive financial risk management framework, ensuring effective internal controls.
- Ensure full compliance with applicable financial regulations, AML/KYC, tax, audit, and industry standards across jurisdictions.
- Build and lead a high-performing finance organization (25+ professionals across accounting, finance), fostering accountability, financial discipline, and continuous improvement.
- Drive financial systems optimization and process automation to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of the finance function.
- Maintain strong relationships with banks, financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory bodies across multiple jurisdictions.
- 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, Economics, or a related field; Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CPA, CFA, ACCA) preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in a senior finance leadership role (CFO / Deputy CFO / Finance Director), preferably within fintech, brokerage, payments, banking, or other regulated high-volume industries.
- Demonstrated experience managing finance in a global, multi-entity, multi-jurisdiction environment.
- Proven experience in capital allocation, investment evaluation, and ROI-driven decision-making in a high-growth organisation.
Strong background in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and advanced scenario modeling in dynamic business environments.
- Solid treasury management experience, including liquidity planning, multi-currency operations, capital structure optimization, and financing activities.
- In-depth knowledge of IFRS, financial regulations, accounting principles, and risk management practices within regulated industries.
- Experience in building and scaling finance functions, including Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, and Financial Control teams.
Experience in board-level reporting and strategic financial communication.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to build, structure, and motivate high-performing teams.
- Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills, with the ability to translate financial data into business insights.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Fluency in English and Ukrainian or Russian.
- Willingness to relocate to and work from the 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;
- Оpportunity to build and scale the finance department;
- 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)