Finance Manager (remote)

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on

Head of Finance (Europe) to lead financial strategy and operations across the European continent. As a key pioneer in our global expansion, you will be responsible for the "zero-to-one" establishment of our European entities, ensuring full financial compliance and driving operational excellence. Core Responsibilities: Entity Setup & Expansion:

Lead the end-to-end process of establishing new legal entities in Europe, including tax registration, bank account openings, and the recruitment of local finance teams. Full-Spectrum Financial Management:

Oversee all financial activities within the European region, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting (IFRS/Local GAAP), and cash flow management. Trading-Specific Compliance & Tax:

Design and optimize cross-border transaction structures, VAT compliance frameworks, and transfer pricing strategies. Risk Mitigation:

Establish robust internal control systems to manage credit risks, foreign exchange (FX) exposure, and working capital cycles inherent in high-volume trading operations. Stakeholder Management:

Act as the primary liaison with European tax authorities, auditors, banks, and legal advisors to ensure the business remains compliant with all local regulations.

Candidate Requirements: ~ Education & Certification:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Accounting, or Economics. Professional qualifications such as

ACCA, CPA, or CIMA

are highly preferred.

Professional Experience: ~5+ years

of senior financial management experience in Europe. ~ Proven Track Record:

Must have direct experience in

setting up European subsidiaries/branches

from scratch. ~ Industry Expertise:

Solid background in a

Trading Company

environment is mandatory (e.g., commodities, cross-border e-commerce, or wholesale distribution). ~ Technical Skills: ~ Deep understanding of European tax laws (specifically VAT and Corporate Income Tax). ~ Strong grasp of the "three-way match" (cash, goods, and information flow) in a trading context. ~ Soft Skills: ~ Languages:

Native or professional fluency in English is required; proficiency in a second European language (e.g., German, French) is a significant advantage. ~ Competencies:

Entrepreneurial mindset, highly self-driven, and capable of navigating the ambiguity of an early-stage international rollout.