We are an Australian-born fintech on a mission to redefine payments and managing finances for consumers and businesses, while powering financial institutions with cutting-edge banking-as-a-service technology. We hold an AFSL in Australia plus other financial services licenses in key jurisdictions globally and are actively preparing to apply for additional licenses from prudential regulators as an essential step in our evolution. To drive the next phase of growth, we’re seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer to oversee Bolt’s financial strategy, planning, and operations across Australia and New Zealand. This role will be crucial in steering Bolt’s financial future while supporting our innovative, fast-paced, and high-growth environment.
What You’ll Do
Own and drive the financial strategy for Bolt, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision and growth ambitions.
Lead the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance to deliver on key financial objectives. 💼
Oversee financial planning, reporting, and forecasting, ensuring that financial data and insights inform strategic decision-making at every level. 📊
Partner with the leadership team to support Bolt’s strategic initiatives, advising on financial risks and opportunities to drive sustainable growth.
Manage Bolt’s capital structure, including fundraising, debt management, and investment strategies, positioning Bolt for long-term financial success.
Ensure financial compliance with all applicable regulations, standards, and governance structures, working closely with regulators and auditors as necessary.
Enhance financial systems, processes, and controls to scale with Bolt’s growth, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy.
Provide timely and insightful financial reports to the board, investors, and other stakeholders, offering actionable insights into performance and financial health.
Develop financial models to assess new product launches, market expansions, and potential mergers and acquisitions, driving Bolt’s innovation pipeline.
Act as Bolt’s key liaison for investor relations, fostering strong relationships with current and potential investors, analysts, and other key stakeholders.
Please note, the successful candidate will be actively involved in the day-to-day work, not just overseeing it.
What We’re Looking For
10+ years in senior finance roles, with a track record in high-growth fintech or innovative financial services environments.
Deep expertise in financial strategy, planning, analysis, and operations, with experience in managing capital structure and raising capital.
Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to manage and grow high-performing finance teams.
Experience in financial compliance and regulatory reporting, particularly managing capital adequacy, liquidity and asset requirements to APRA guidelines.
Treasury experience required to ensure effective management of financial risks, cash flow, and capital structure.
Exceptional analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights.
A strategic mindset that can balance financial discipline with the need to fuel innovation and growth.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships across the organization and with external stakeholders. 💬
A high degree of business acumen, able to navigate Bolt’s fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape. ⚡
Why Bolt?
Be part of a fintech that’s redefining banking and payments in Australia.
Work in an agile, fast-moving environment that rewards innovation and challenges the status quo. 🚀
Lead a key function at the heart of Bolt’s growth strategy and regulatory success.
Competitive compensation, leadership influence, and the chance to shape the future of finance.
If you’re ready to take charge of Bolt’s financial strategy and make a tangible impact on one of Australia’s most exciting fintechs, we want to hear from you. Let’s build the future of financial services—together. 🌟
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Strategy/Planning
Industries
Financial Services, Investment Banking, and Banking
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