Finance Director

On behalf of our client a payment gateway and PSP provider, we are looking to hire a Finance Director to join Paphos team.

Main purpose of the role: To direct and oversee the financial activities of the corporation, direct the preparation of current financial reports and summaries, and create forecasts predicting future growth.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all accounts are reconciled daily, breaks are understood and action are taken to resolve within given deadlines

• Drive a client-focused mindset across the team and manage unapplied and overdue debits to mitigate negative impact

• Manage and supervise the Finance team, empowering it to consistently eliminate waste, create efficiency in processes and motivate drive for constant improvement

• Develop and execute a reconciliation strategy to align with business requirements and implement change as required

• Work with client and network partner teams to ensure reconciliation can add value and support onboarding of new clients and routes

• Design and implement new processes, procedures and controls, ensuring accuracy of records

• Implement automations in processes between banks, merchants and vendors

• Develop working knowledge of industry practices and standards

• Ensure cash flow is appropriate for the organisation’s operations.

• Manage vendor relationships with external parties, including clients, banks and auditors

• Direct the preparation of all financial reports, including management accounts, financial statements and tax returns

• Prepare reliable current and forecasting reports

• Study long-range economic trends and projects their impact on future growth in sales and market share

• Identify opportunities for expansion into new product areas

• Review planning process and suggests improvements to current methods

Requirements:

• BSc/BA in Accounting, Finance, Economics or other relevant field

• MSc/MBA or a professional qualification (ACA, CPA, ACCA) will be considered as an advantage

• More than 10 years in roles of responsibility within Finance/Accounting Department, such as Head, Manager, Director positions

• In depth knowledge of accounting and reconciliation practices

• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods

• Proficient in the use of financial management software

• Experience in defining and implementing controls

• Proven experience in setting up and managing a team

• Strong leadership and organisational skills

• Ability to quickly adapt to a changing dynamic environment

• Strong problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to take initiative and critically analyse

• Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail and critical thinking

• Ability to engage, motivate and inspire a team

• Previous experience working within PSP/card payments industry would be considered an advantage

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, other languages would be considered an advantage

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary with great benefits and perks

• 21 days annual leave

• Team building activities

• Office gym provided

• Growth and development opportunities

If you are interested in the specific position, please send your CV to stavriana@lavoro.com.cy