About the ClientOur client is a fast-growing fintech company operating in the payments space under a regulated Electronic Money Institution (EMI) framework.
The company focuses on delivering modern acquiring solutions for digital and high-growth businesses, combining strong regulatory foundations with a product-driven and agile culture. The team is scaling rapidly, with an emphasis on building robust financial and operational infrastructure.
Role OverviewThis is a senior leadership role working closely with the CFO as a strategic and operational partner.
The
Deputy CFO will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and building scalable financial processes. This position combines high-level financial leadership with hands-on execution across planning, treasury, and governance.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the CFO on financial strategy, governance, and overall business performance
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and company-wide planning processes
- Drive financial analysis, profitability optimization, and support strategic decision-making
- Oversee treasury, liquidity management, and capital allocation
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory frameworks (EMI, FCA) and manage audits and regulator interactions
- Supervise safeguarding, client funds reconciliation, and regulatory reporting
- Improve financial processes, controls, and systems to support scaling operations
Requirements
- Proven experience as Finance Director / Deputy CFO / senior finance leader in fintech, payments, or regulated financial services
- Strong knowledge of card acquiring, payment flows, and schemes (e.g., Visa / Mastercard)
- Deep understanding of EMI/FCA regulations, safeguarding, and regulatory reporting
- Experience with financial planning, scaling businesses, and driving profitability
- Hands-on experience working with regulators and managing audits
- Strong expertise in treasury, liquidity, and capital management
Key Soft Skills
- Strategic mindset with strong execution capability
- High ownership and accountability
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced, scaling environment
- Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication
- Detail-oriented with a structured approach to problem-solving
What We Offer
- Competitive salary aligned with experience
- Collaborative and transparent team culture
- High-impact role in a scaling fintech company
- Recognition of personal milestones and achievements
- Social benefits
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