Head of Finance Compliance

Head of Finance Compliance

Genesis is a co-founding company that builds global tech businesses with outstanding entrepreneurs from CEE.

We are one of the largest global app developers. Apps from Genesis companies have been downloaded by over 300 million users worldwide and are used by tens of millions of users monthly.

We have one of the best tech teams in Europe, with members who are consistently recognized as top IT professionals in CEE and Ukraine.

If you have deep experience in audit, financial statements compliance, a strong analytical mindset, and the ability to lead complex reporting cycles across international entities, Genesis is seeking a Head of Finance Compliance to drive accuracy, structure, and excellence in our financial operations.

Main Responsibilities:

- Lead and develop a high-performing finance compliance team, fostering strong ownership, accountability, and continuous professional growth.

-Oversee preparation of standalone financial statements for entities operating in multiple jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards.

- Oversee relationships with external stakeholders (auditors, banks, regulators), acting as the primary escalation point and ensuring smooth, efficient communication and delivery.

- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data, reconciliations, and supporting documentation prepared for tax filings, VAT returns, and other regulatory submissions.

- Act as the main contact point for external auditors, managing communication, prioritizing requests, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality documentation.

- Strengthen and optimize internal compliance processes, ensuring consistency, transparency, and timely execution across all reporting cycles.

- Participate in and oversee cross-functional finance projects (restructuring, transfer pricing workflows, VAT setup for new entities, automation initiatives, ERP implementation).

Key Qualifications of the Ideal Candidate:

- BA/BS or MA/MS degree in economics, business, finance, or a related field.

- 5+ years of experience in audit, accounting and financial reporting or finance compliance; at least 2–3 years in a team leadership role managing the team. Big4 experience is a plus.

- Strong proficiency with spreadsheet and presentation software; experience in analytical competitions (Business Diving, Challenge, etc.) is a plus.

- Progress toward professional qualifications (ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is highly desirable.

- Upper-Intermediate or Advanced English proficiency (oral and written); international certificates (IELTS, TOEFL) are a plus.

- Structured thinking with the ability to draw data-driven business conclusions and provide clear financial recommendations.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to justify financial insights to stakeholders.

- Proactive, results-oriented mindset with strong ownership, independence, and the ability to manage multiple priorities for both self and team under tight deadlines.

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