Financial Controller, Viva Wallet
+ Potential to earn additional bonuses.
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Cloud-based neobank
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Cloud-based neobank
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
+ Potential to earn additional bonuses.
More information about location
1001+ employees
Company mission
To change the way businesses pay and get paid with cutting-edge technology and unprecedented agility.
Role
Who you are
- Are you an experienced finance professional looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within a leading European fintech company?
- Recognised accounting qualification is a must accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role, preferably within the payments or fintech industry
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations, particularly FCA guidelines
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in financial software and systems (e.g., Microsoft Azure, ERP systems). Working knowledge of PowerBI a distinct advantage
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, innovative environment
- High level of integrity and professionalism
What the job involves
- Look no further! Viva.com is on the lookout for a talented Financial Controller to join our innovative and vibrant team
- If you have a keen eye for detail, a passion for financial excellence, and a desire to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you
- We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to join our dynamic team in London
- The Financial Controller will play a critical role in managing the financial operations of Viva.com, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strategic financial planning
- This position requires a strong understanding of the payments industry and the ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
- Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards, including FCA requirements
- Be the first point of contact and fostering strong relationships with the group finance team
- Develop and implement financial policies and procedures that optimise financial performance
- Manage the preparation of monthly management accounts
- Production of the annual financial statements
- Identify and undertake relevant financial analysis to support strategic decision-making and business growth
- Monitor cash flow and liquidity to mitigate financial risk
- Liaise with external partners including auditors, tax advisors, banking providers
- Utilise financial software and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and group
- Develop and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets
- Continual review of processes and looking for efficiency improvements particularly utilising AI based solutions
- Ability to identify repetitive tasks and replace with AI tools
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Viva Wallet is a European cloud-based neobank providing businesses with end-to-end advanced digital payment solutions and embedded banking services that are tailored to the needs of each individual business. A leader in its field, Viva Wallet is present in 24 markets and is the payment institution with the largest footprint in Europe.
Leveraging from its JP Morgan-led growth equity, Viva Wallet's latest innovations include the "tap-on-phone Viva Wallet POS app", which turns any Android device into a card terminal, and "Smart Checkout", an easy integration payment gateway that increases conversion by more than 20%.
As an advocate for a sustainable cashless economy and secure payments for all, Viva Wallet delivers a selection of payment methods, including international card schemes such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. With the introduction of Klarna to its ever-growing line-up of payment options in 2022, Viva Wallet has secured itself as a leading global player in the payments industry.
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Insights
32% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Apr 2021
$74.7m
LATE VC
Dec 2019
$84.6m
SERIES C
Total funding: $183.1m
Company benefits
- Career development opportunities
- Office hours 9-5 - no weekend or shift work
- 22 days rising to 25 + bank holidays
- Group pension scheme
- Free onsight gym
Company HQ
Central Athens Regional Unit, Athens
Leadership
Haris Karonis
(CEO & Co-Founder)Experienced in Product Management and Business Strategy.
Makis Antypas
(Co-Founder)An accomplished international FinTech professional with experience in the design and implementation of large-scale transactional systems for banking, retail, ticketing and electronic commerce industries across Europe.
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