About The Job
As a Financial Controller, you will report to the VP Finance and be responsible for timely and accurate month end reporting, providing effective oversight and monitoring compliance with controls. You will also be responsible for accounts payable, expenses and payroll payment. The role will require working with many departments across the organization, as well as managing relationships with third-parties, including our Bookkeepers. You will also be part of multiple transformational projects, as we look to build a Finance function at Lean to support its rapid growth.
Who Are We
Lean enables companies to seamlessly connect to their users' bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve their account information. Our products have garnered the trust of leading companies and enabled them to deliver powerful experiences when connected with a user’s bank account, allowing users to perform prudent financial planning, get better rates on loans, transfer money to friends, and more, without compromising on privacy or security.
Some of Lean’s clients include the likes of Binance, Etisalat Group, Careem, Sarwa, and many more, making it the region’s most valuable Open Banking platform. The company has now processed hundreds of millions of dollars, and its products are also connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts. Lean envisions a fully inclusive financial ecosystem that serves everyone, no matter where they bank or live in the MENAP region.
Responsibilities
Overseeing all financial control activities, including the preparation and management of monthly financial reporting, working alongside our Bookkeepers
Develop and manage key policies - including Travel, Expenses and Accounts Payable
Managing payments - suppliers, expenses and payroll
Supporting on Treasury Management
Preparing Tax submissions
Identifying and establishing effective processes and controls
Providing external auditors with necessary documentation and support
Minimum Qualifications
ACA, CIMA, ACCA or CPA qualified (or equivalent)
Post qualification experience
Understanding of financial controls frameworks
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
Self-starter with the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Organization and time management skills
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in a tech startup and/or leading accounting/professional services firm
Knowledge of the Fintech ecosystem in the Middle East
Experience in implementing and/or using financial software such as an ERP
NB. While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!
Why Join us?
Our products have received resoundingly positive feedback from developers and customers alike, with Sequoia leading its $33 million Series A round, marking its first in the GCC. Yet, this is just the beginning. We're working tirelessly to expand our coverage across the region while further deepening the value we provide to our stakeholders. To that end, we're always on the lookout for talented, driven, and entrepreneurial candidates to join us in our mission of enabling the next generation of financial innovation. If you're motivated by solving hard problems and leaving a lasting legacy while you're at it, Lean's where you need to be.
Not only do we offer competitive salaries, private healthcare, and flexible office hours, but we also insist that every member of the team hold a meaningful equity stake in the business to ensure long-term alignment. We'd love you to join us for this journey!
Lean is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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Seniority Level: Other
Job Functions: Software Development
Industries : Information Technology
