Financial Controller, Silverbird
Digital business account for international trade
Job no longer available
Digital business account for international trade
101-200 employees
Job no longer available
101-200 employees
Company mission
To increase SMEs’ participation in international trade.
Role
Who you are
- Possession of a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) is a non-negotiable requirement, showcasing a commitment to excellence in financial management
- A Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field is essential, demonstrating a solid foundation in financial principles
- Proven experience in financial reporting and financial management is a critical requirement, reflecting a track record of success in similar roles
- We value individuals who are results-oriented and can work independently to meet financial objectives efficiently
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are crucial, as the role involves collaboration with various teams and stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving skills and innovative thinking are highly desirable qualities that will contribute to continuous improvement in our financial processes
- A collaborative and team-oriented mindset is essential, fostering a positive working environment and contributing to the success of the Finance Team
- A strong willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges is highly valued, ensuring continuous professional growth and development
What the job involves
- Silverbird is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Financial Controller to join our growing Finance Team
- Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the chosen candidate will play a crucial role in overseeing various financial functions, including month-end reporting, cash management, group reporting for international entities, and the day-to-day management of financial processes such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and intra-group transactions
- Additionally, this role involves managing the Graduate Finance Assistant
- Supervise day-to-day accounting functions
- Prepare month-end reports for both UK and international entities
- Oversee the accounts payable processes
- Manage payroll for both UK and Lithuanian entities
- Collaborate closely with international accountants handling reporting for overseas entities
- Assist auditors during the group audit
- Submit quarterly VAT returns for UK entities
- Record intercompany billing, charges, and conduct monthly reconciliations between entities
- Develop internal controls and accounting policies aligning with group requirements
- Engage with various departments to formulate budget and forecast plans
- Provide support to the Finance Director
Salary benchmarks
Our take
When the e-commerce revolution took off in the early 2010s, it became increasingly easy for SMEs to serve customers worldwide. However, the global banking system remained a major stumbling block denying financial services to over 80% of international merchants, favouring large corporations instead. Though not a chartered bank, Silverbird effectively functions as a digital bank, offering cross-border financial services for small to medium enterprises (SMEs).
The company has developed data-driven KYC technology to onboard and serve global SMEs. It also collects transactional data across the world to verify legitimate companies and supports global supply chains, providing payments and accounts where others cannot. Online Neobanks has been on the rise for the best part of a decade now, but it’s only in the last few years that they’ve begun to turn their attention to the underserved SME market, and Silverbird has capitalised on this.
Though only founded in 2020, the company's founder Max Faldin has a wealth of experience in the online payments and finance space, having run Russian online marketplace WikiMart, as well as cross-border e-commerce and trade company Wiki CBT. Silverbird believes once the major bottlenecks of cross-border commerce are removed, millions of SMEs will enter the global markets and are working at every step to achieve this.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
76% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (2 rounds)
Aug 2022
$7.2m
SEED
Apr 2021
$4.7m
SEED
Total funding: $11.8m
Company benefits
- Remote work: For highly responsible freedom lovers
- Hybrid work: For those who value in person communication
- Day off for your Birthday
- Professional growth: Challenging tasks that will help you grow as fast as Silverbird
Company HQ
Canary Wharf, London, UK
Leadership
Max Faldin
(CEO)Previously founded Incount and Wiki CBT and co-founded WikiMart.
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