Head of Finance

Full Time
Posted:
Closes: December 15, 2023
NIUM
Company Name
Nium
Industry
Financial Services
Company Overview
Nium was founded on the mission to build the global payments infrastructure of tomorrow, today. With the onset of the on-demand economy, its single platform for global payments and card issuing is shaping how banks, fintechs, and businesses everywhere to disburse and collect funds instantly across borders. Its payout network supports 100 currencies and spans 195+ countries, 100 of which in real-time. Funds can be disbursed to accounts, wallets, and cards and collected locally in 35 markets. Nium’s growing card issuance business is already available in 34 countries. Nium holds regulatory licenses and authorizations in over 40 countries, enabling seamless onboarding, rapid integration, and compliance – regardless of geography. The company is co-headquartered in San Francisco and Singapore, with regional offices in London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai.

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Job Description & Responsibilities

As the Head of Finance for Nium in Malta, you will be responsible for ensuring the financial stability and regulatory compliance of our operations in the country. You will lead all financial functions, implement financial strategies, and provide financial leadership to support our growth in line with MFSA guidelines.

The selected person will also be appointed as an executive director within the Board of Directors of Ixaris Financial Services Malta Limited.

Responsibilities include:
• Financial Strategy: develop and execute financial strategies aligned with Nium's objectives while ensuring compliance with MFSA regulations for company directors
• MFSA Compliance: stay current with MFSA regulations and guidelines, providing expert guidance to the board of directors on regulatory matters
• Financial Planning and Analysis: lead the financial planning and budgeting process, offering insights and recommendations to improve profitability and cost management
• Risk Management: identify and manage financial risks, establish risk mitigation strategies, and maintain a robust internal control framework
• Financial Reporting: prepare accurate and timely financial reports, including quarterly and annual reports, and present them to the board of directors, shareholders, and regulatory authorities
• Taxation: ensure compliance with tax regulations, minimize tax liabilities, and coordinate with external tax advisors when necessary
• Audit and Compliance: oversee external audits, ensure the effectiveness of internal controls, and maintain compliance with auditing standards and regulations
• Team Leadership: build and manage a high-performing finance team, including mentoring and developing staff to ensure the department's efficiency and effectiveness
• Strategic Partnerships: collaborate with external stakeholders, including financial institutions, regulators, and auditors, to maintain positive working relationships and ensure the financial stability of Nium in Malta

Qualifications required

Applicants must be in possession of a Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field (Master's or CPA preferred).

Experience required

Applicants must have proven experience in a senior financial management role within the financial services industry.

In addition, the ideal candidate must:
• Have in-depth knowledge of MFSA regulations, special focus on electronic money institutions and requirements for company directors
• Have strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Have exceptional financial modeling and budgeting expertise
• Have excellent understanding of financial software and systems
• Have strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Demonstrate high ethical and professional standards

Work Place

Hybrid

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