Head of Finance Operations

Responsibilities

• Lead global finance operations.
• Accounting and reporting, month end close, financial controls, regulatory reporting, local audit, and regulatory reporting.
• Lead a team of 30+ professionals across 15 countries and be accountable for the quality, timeliness, and defensibility of everything that comes out of it.
• Partner with the regional C-suite on business strategy, exchange listings, infrastructure investment, and M&A — putting numbers behind the options.
• Capital planning and investor relations; external partnerships that carry a financial dimension.
• Price decisions before they're made: financial evaluation of new products, new markets, new licenses (unit economics, capital requirements, tax and regulatory cost, downside cases).
• Tighten controls and risk frameworks across crypto and fiat: internal controls, SOX readiness, audit, global regulatory obligations across digital-asset custody and movement and conventional banking flows.
• Own external relationships with regulators, banking partners, payment providers.
• Standardize the plumbing: global finance policies, single reporting architecture, consistent close and consolidation processes.
• Sit on leadership committees at global and local entity level, including boards and governance bodies where a licensed entity requires it.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional financial regulations and cryptocurrency market developments.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
• Deep technical foundation in IFRS and US GAAP
• CPA, ACCA, CA or equivalent certification
• 15+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in a cryptocurrency exchange, fintech, or financial services company
• Strong understanding of cryptocurrency markets, blockchain technology, and digital asset accounting
• Expertise in financial regulations of various global jurisdictions (e.g., NYDFS, MAS, VARA, MiCA, FCA)
• Proven experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle NetSuite) and automation tools
• Strong analytical, strategic, and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels
• Excellent communication skills and ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience managing multi-currency operations and intercompany transactions
• Ability to lead and develop teams in multiple jurisdictions and work across different time zones
• Nice to have: MBA or equivalent
• Nice to have: Bonus points if you have previously worked at a crypto exchange
• Nice to have: Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto space

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• L&D programs and Education subsidy for employees' growth and development
• Various team building programs and company events
• Wellness and meal allowances
• Comprehensive healthcare schemes for employees and dependents
• More that we love to tell you along the process!

Pay

The salary range for this position is $300,533 - $360,639. The salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and market location. In addition to the salary, a performance bonus and long-term incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.