Accounts & Finance Lead

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts & Finance Lead to join our dynamic team. As the Lead, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing our accounting and financial operations and ensuring compliance with financial regulations in the fast-paced fintech industry. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management and a proven track record of successfully leading accounting and finance teams.

Duties & Job Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate books of accounts and prepare timely financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of accounting and financial reporting systems and processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK financial reporting standards, tax regulations, and fintech-related security guidelines.
• Develop and manage the annual budgeting process in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Provide financial forecasts and in-depth analyses to support strategic decision-making and identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Lead and mentor a team of finance professionals, fostering growth and performance.
• Oversee day-to-day activities of the finance department, including bank and partner reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll.
• Conduct financial feasibilities and ROI analyses of fintech products and provide viability recommendations.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and processes to mitigate financial risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and working capital to support the company’s growth objectives.
• Coordinate and manage annual audits, working closely with external auditors, and address findings promptly.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports and insights to senior management, investors, and board members
• Evaluate and adopt emerging fintech tools and strategies to optimize financial processes and performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with business goals.
• Stay informed on global fintech trends and financial regulations to maintain a competitive edge.
• Any other tasks as may be assigned by the management.

Knowledge & Experience:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree or Master in finance, accounting, or a related field.
• ACCA qualified / ICAP CA CAF and CFAP stage cleared.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management (post-articles), with a strong background in fintech or digital payments.

Behavioral Skills:

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.

Competencies:

• Proven experience managing accounting and finance teams.
• In-depth knowledge of UK financial regulations and compliance standards.
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems.
• Technical literacy on digital financial services.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs250,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• How many years of work experience do you have with Digital Payment Gateways?
• How many years of work experience do you have with multi-currency accounts?
• Could you please share how many years of experience you have working in the fintech industry?

• What is your current compensation package?
• What is your expected salary?

• Is it possible for you to commute daily to Gulberg-II Lahore, or to relocate to Lahore city for this job?

• The shift timing connected with the role is 01 PM PST to 10 PM PST. Is it feasible for you to work in these timings?

Language:

• English Proficiently (Required)

Work Location: In person