Finance Controller - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Mypinpad

Description

Mypinpad is a UK-headquartered B2B SaaS business with customers and employees in over 20 countries.

Mypinpad strives to be the solution of choice for money on the move —making mobile transactions safe, easy and enjoyable.

Its certified and patented technology is built on cloud-based open systems designed to be bank-grade secure and ready to scale, providing customers with the tools to grow and futureproof their business.

By working together with partners, Mypinpad aims to drive financial inclusion for the benefit of millions globally.

Visit our website to find out more about us.

Mypinpad is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are a global remote community operating across multiple regions where our cultures and individuality are respected and appreciated.


Mypinpad is seeking a highly motivated, dedicated and experienced Financial Controller to join our team.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will oversee all financial management aspects of the international operation and spearhead specific financial projects.

Furthermore, you will be the operational contact for the group's entities.

Playing a pivotal role, you will help steer the company through periods of sustained growth, which includes implementing new financial controls and reporting mechanisms to align with our business objectives.

We are seeking a proactive, highly organised, detail-oriented individual who will take ownership of driving efficiencies through automation and AI tools.

This person will also be responsible for managing, mentoring, and motivating the finance team.


Key responsibilities and expectations

Management Information:

• Timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Compile monthly board/management information packs, incorporating customer statistics and insights.
• Conduct insightful analysis of financial trends, key metrics and KPIs to facilitate strategic decisionmaking.
• Assist in managing annual budgets, including cost control and identification of costsaving opportunities.

Cash Management and Treasury:

• Manage cash flow, liquidity and banking relationships to optimise working capital and minimise financial risk.
• Supervise payment execution, encompassing payroll, vendor payments, and tax obligations.
• Monitor foreign exchange exposure and implement hedging strategies to mitigate currency risk.

Sales Ledger:

• Ensure efficient, accurate, and prompt production of sales invoices.
• Oversee the credit control process to expedite cash collection.
• Streamline and automate processes for optimal efficiency.

Purchase Ledger:

• Cultivate and manage supplier relationships.
• Identify costsaving opportunities through negotiation and collaboration with internal teams.
• Streamline and automate processes for optimal efficiency.

Tax:

• Coordinate with external advisors in operating territories.
• Ensure punctual submission of VAT/GST returns and annual corporation tax returns.
• Maintain compliance with local VAT/GST regulations and internal tax & transfer pricing strategies

Payroll:

• Supervise monthly payroll completion across all entities.
• Keep up to date with local tax regulations to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate new employee benefit packages.

Reconciliations:

• Ensure accurate and timely completion of monthly reconciliations.
• Enhance processes for seamless automation.
• Establish and uphold robust financial systems and procedures.

Audits & Assessments:

• Oversee the yearend statutory accounts audit process for all group entities.
• Coordinate with external accountants and service providers.
• Provide support for adhoc reporting requirements.

Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead and mentor the finance team, offering guidance, support, and professional growth opportunities. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Knowledge, skills and experience

Required:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Proven experience in a similar senior finance role, ideally in a SaaS and/Fintech business that has experienced periods of rapid growth and scale.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS/GAAP reporting standards
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex financial information in a clear and concise manner
• Ability to thrive in a fastpaced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Proven track record of implementing effective financial controls and driving process improvements in an international business
• Experience with automation and the latest accounting tools and AI
• Advanced Microsoft Officed skills
• Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook

- demonstrate strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modelling and data analysis tools
- demonstrate professionalism and problem-solving skills, thrive under pressure, embody a determined, self-starting attitude with a love for change and challenges
- exhibit a results-driven, proactive appr