Chief Financial Officer (Fintech)

IBMC is managing a executive search for a global Fintech firm . With a high-volume, multi-asset trading environment and a 100% international clientele, the firm is currently in a phase of strategic scaling.

The CFO will be a key strategic partner to the Board, overseeing all financial operations across multiple international jurisdictions. This role requires an executive with a deep understanding of the Prop Trading or Fintech landscape , capable of managing complex capital structures, multi-currency reporting, and high-stakes financial risk. You will drive the company’s financial planning, audits, and compliance while leading a high-performing global finance team.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 12–15 years in senior financial leadership, with at least 5 years as a CFO or VP of Finance .
• Industry Expertise: Proven background in Proprietary Trading, Hedge Funds, or high-frequency Fintech firms is mandatory.
• Education: Master’s degree in Finance/Accounting and professional certification (CPA, CFA, or CA).
• Technical Depth: Expert knowledge of international tax laws, IFRS, and multi-currency consolidation.
• Confidentiality: Must demonstrate the highest level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive corporate information.
• Language: Native or professional-level English is mandatory.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute the group’s global financial strategy to support rapid scaling and international expansion.
• Financial Operations: Oversee all accounting, tax, treasury, and financial reporting functions across multiple entities.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure 100% adherence to international financial regulations and manage the firm’s exposure to market and operational risks.
• Audit & Reporting: Lead internal and external audit processes and deliver high-level financial insights/reporting to the Board.
• Capital Management: Optimize the firm’s capital allocation, liquidity, and trading-related financial workflows.
• Team Development: Mentor and scale the finance department, fostering a culture of precision and accountability.

KPIs

• Runway & Liquidity: Maintenance of optimal cash reserves for both operations and trading spikes.
• Capital Efficiency: Successful closing of funding rounds at favorable valuations with minimal dilution.
• M&A Success: Realization of projected synergies within 12 months post-acquisition.
• Tax Optimization: Year-over-year reduction in the group's effective global tax rate.

Benefits

• Executive Compensation: Highly competitive salary + performance-linked executive bonuses.

• Global Impact: A pivotal role in a market-leading firm with significant international influence.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to shape the future of a global multi-asset trading group.