As Head of Finance - R&D, you will lead the development and management of the financial infrastructure, treasury operations, and banking partnerships supporting international technology businesses. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Banking and Payment Infrastructure

  • Design and implement a flexible, multi-jurisdictional banking network for international digital businesses operating under demanding compliance requirements.

  • Identify, negotiate with, and onboard strategic financial partners, including leading banks, Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs), Payment Service Providers (PSPs), custodians, and financial platforms.

  • Negotiate favorable commercial terms, including transaction fees, payment terms, foreign exchange rates, and hedging instruments.

  • Establish backup banking relationships and alternative payment channels to ensure uninterrupted transaction processing.

• Treasury and Liquidity Management

  • Manage multi-currency liquidity, working capital, cash pooling, and treasury operations across a group of legal entities.

  • Oversee complex international transfers through SWIFT, SEPA, ACH, and other payment networks, prioritizing speed, security, and cost efficiency.

  • Monitor and reduce treasury expenses, including FX spreads, acquiring fees, and banking charges.

• Compliance, KYC, and Regulatory Strategy

  • Coordinate banking due diligence and maintain effective communication with bank compliance and risk teams.

  • Ensure the long-term stability of banking relationships and payment flows.

  • Support financial restructuring, corporate changes, and related banking and compliance requirements.

• Financial Systems and Executive Partnership

  • Build integrated treasury and financial processes from the ground up.

  • Partner with founders and senior leadership on unit economics, ROI analysis, and financial modeling.

  • Recruit, lead, and develop the treasury and operational finance team.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate combines senior finance leadership experience with strong expertise in international treasury operations, banking infrastructure, and financial compliance. You should bring:

• At least 5 years of experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, or Head of Treasury in fast-growing businesses.

• A proven track record of opening corporate bank accounts and establishing efficient payment processes.

• Deep knowledge of international AML/KYC principles, cross-border compliance, and regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.

• Practical experience managing multi-currency funds, foreign exchange exposure, financial settlement instruments, and transaction cost optimization.

• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex relationships with banks, legal advisors, and financial service providers.

• Advanced English proficiency (C1/C2), with the ability to lead detailed, persuasive negotiations independently.

• Strong strategic thinking, financial judgment, and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, international environment.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with founders and executive stakeholders.

Benefits:

• High level of autonomy: Full ownership of the financial and banking infrastructure, with minimal unnecessary bureaucracy.

• Meaningful business impact: Direct involvement in launching and scaling new technology businesses serving millions of users.

• Strong professional environment: Collaboration with experienced founders and talented engineering and marketing professionals.

• Dedicated platform support: Access to more than 10 specialized teams providing expertise in recruitment, communications, finance, legal matters, and other operational areas.

• Founder community: Opportunities to exchange practical knowledge and experience with entrepreneurs who have successfully launched multiple businesses.

• Professional communities: Access to internal groups focused on product, marketing, engineering, and payments.

• Learning and development: Training programs, professional courses, and opportunities to attend industry conferences.

• Healthcare: Medical insurance.

• Social impact: The opportunity to contribute to initiatives supporting recovery and addressing the consequences of the war in Ukraine.