Senior Finance & Operations

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES

General

• Oversee day-to-day client deposits, withdrawals, and settlements for both fiat and crypto.
• Perform daily reconciliations of bank accounts, crypto wallets, and transaction ledgers.
• Handle reconciliation and reporting for payment processors (including card processors), ensuring accuracy of fees, settlements, and chargebacks.
• Act as the primary point of contact with banks, payment processors, and liquidity providers.
• Manage company liquidity, FX execution, and funding requirements across various accounts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee month-end closing activities, including journal entries and reconciliations.
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls to safeguard company and client funds.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with compliance, technology, and customer support to streamline operational workflows.
• Identify and drive process improvements, including automation of finance and operations functions.
• Support new product launches and operational processes with financial insight and input.

BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

General

· Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.

· 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in finance and/or operations within financial services, fintech, or brokerage.

· Proven track record in month-end closing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

· Hands-on experience with banking operations, payment processors (including card processors), and settlement processes.

· Solid understanding of treasury management, liquidity planning, and FX execution.

· Prior experience working with regulators (e.g., Central Bank of Bahrain, VARA) is a plus.

· Exposure to ERP or financial systems implementation and/or process automation is desirable.

· Prior experience in a crypto exchange, digital assets, or blockchain-related financial operations is a strong advantage.

· Advanced Excel and strong financial analysis capabilities.

· High attention to detail, with integrity and accountability in handling client funds.

· Strong communication skills (both written and verbal).

· Excellent organizational and time-management skills.

· Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

· Understanding of crypto wallets, blockchain settlement flows, and crypto reconciliations.

· Familiarity with chargeback handling and card scheme rules.

· Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage external relationships (banks, payment providers, liquidity partners).

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Financial services: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Arabic (Preferred)

Location:

• Manama (Preferred)