Head of Finance

About Brite Payments

Founded in 2019, Brite Payments is a Swedish fintech and a leader in Instant Account-to-Account (A2A) payments. With connections to over 3,800+ banks, Brite enables consumers to pay directly from their bank account (also known as Pay by Bank) in real-time.

With no signup or card details required, users authenticate using their bank’s usual ID method, which is not only convenient and secure but provides merchants with fast fund settlement, zero chargebacks, and reduced costs.

Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Brite operates across 27 European markets, utilising local payment rails, open banking, and our own proprietary infrastructure, Brite Instant Payments Network (IPN).

Want to join us on our journey? The future is Brite!

About the opportunity

With a newly granted e-money license, authorized by the FCA, the company is set for enabling the business and start transacting in the UK.

To support this pivotal stage in our journey, we are seeking an ambitious Head of Finance to implement the finance processes in the UK, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial and operational success of our UK entity.

What you will do

Regulatory and Financial Compliance

In this role, you will build and execute our daily UK finance operations. You will in collaboration with headquarters manage day-to-day treasury task, including safeguarding accounts, daily reconciliations, and liquidity planning, to ensure strict FCA compliance. Acting as the local liaison for auditors and regulators, you will prepare and submit statutory reports while seamlessly adapting Group finance processes to the new UK entity.

Financial Strategy and Analysis

You will prepare regular financial reports for senior leadership that highlight key performance metrics and operational risks. Working closely with the Group finance team, you will handle local budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to help execute the broader company strategy within the UK entity.

Risk Management

You will keep a close eye on daily financial risks, particularly those related to liquidity and foreign exchange, and suggest practical ways to mitigate them. Alongside this, you will support the local compliance team to ensure all our financial processes meet strict AML and risk management standards.

Leadership and Collaboration

As a reliable partner to both the UK business and our Swedish headquarters, you will help align our financial goals across departments. You will foster a collaborative, problem-solving culture and work hand-in-hand with the central finance team to keep daily finance operations efficient and perfectly aligned.

Are you a Brite mind?

We are looking for a Brite mind with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred.

• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a senior finance role within a regulated financial services or fintech environment.

• Understanding of e-money and payment services regulations, including safeguarding, reconciliation, and FCA compliance.

• Proficiency in accounting, forecasting, and reporting.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.

• Familiarity with finance and ERP software systems.

• Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical financial practices

What we offer

• An optimistic, caring, and inclusive culture where you can be yourself.

• A dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative environment, with the chance to join one of Europe’s hottest fintechs and learn from industry leaders.

• The opportunity to make an impact from day one in an organisation that values quick decision-making, teamwork, and results over titles.

• Exposure to a variety of verticals and use cases for our payments products, working with some of the fastest-growing businesses in Europe.

• An annual well-being and professional development allowance to invest in your personal growth.

• A team of fun, skilled professionals who are committed to making a lasting impact.

Do you want to learn more about our recruitment process? Here you can read about the hiring flow and find answers to the most frequently asked questions.

Important Regulatory Note

As Brite Payments Limited is authorised as an Electronic Money Institution under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, individuals performing certain controlled responsibilities may be subject to FCA fit and proper assessments applicable to Electronic Money Institutions.

Equal Opportunities

Brite Payments Limited is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.