Job Description

Office: Dubai

About Revolut


People deserve more from their money. More visibility, more control, and more freedom. Since 2015, Revolut has been on a mission to deliver just that. Our powerhouse of products -- including spending, saving, investing, exchanging, travelling, and more -- help our 45+ million customers get more from their money every day.


As we continue our lightning-fast growth,? 2 things are essential to our success: our people and our culture. In recognition of our outstanding employee experience, we've been certified as a Great Place to Work(TM). So far, we have 10,000+ people working around the world, from our offices and remotely, to help us achieve our mission. And we're looking for more brilliant people. People who love building great products, redefining success, and turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution.


About the role


The Finance team is an integral part of any business. At Revolut, we take that one step further. Our global fintech would be lost without them. They're more than just an important part of the business -- they're our backbone


Internal accounting? That's a good start. Supporting all areas of the company and assessing financial implications from various key strategic decisions and growth opportunities -- this is what our financial people do all day long.


We're looking for a Head of Finance to join our UAE team. This role will have exposure to own the general ledger, manage the implementation of robust financial controls, and develop scalable accounting automation. If you have a solid track record in an audit or financial controller role, have a genuine interest in accounting automation, and want the opportunity to push the limit of what you're capable of, then get in touch.


What you'll be doing

• Managing finances and overseeing financial control in UAE within the Crypto entity
• Owning the general ledger, building an objective understanding for all its underlying transactions
• Looking for synergies and automation opportunities within Accounting and the wider Finance department
• Coordinating the accounting and month-end closing process
• Ensuring accurate and timely closing of the books for monthly and annual reporting
• Preparing analysis on movements in key general ledger accounts
• Managing the accounting policy, ensuring its up-to-date and latest changes in IFRS and Group policies are implemented
• Supporting entity set up in UAE
• Participating in annual and interim audits
• Contributing to and defining consolidation and financial control processes and procedures
• Preparing and reviewing management and statutory reporting


What you'll need

• 7+ years of experience in finance functions, preferably with experience within a banking or financial services environment
• To be a chartered accountant, trained in a reputable practise
• Solid accounting knowledge
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to unravel complex accounting queries
• Knowledge of UAE tax regulations
• The ability to comprehend and narrate financial records for external stakeholders
• To be positive and willing to try everything, from handwork to bigger projects
• To be self-motivated, able to work under your own initiative
• Exceptional organisation skills to plan and organise work so that it's efficient and effective
• Great punctuality and time management skills
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills


Nice to have

• Experience in fintech
• Experience with crypto regulations in UAE

•Building a global financial super app isn't enough. Our Revoluters are a priority, and that's why in 2021 we launched our inaugural D&I Framework, designed to help us thrive and grow everyday. We're not just doing this because it's the right thing to do. We're doing it because we know that seeking out diverse talent and creating an inclusive workplace is the way to create exceptional, innovative products and services for our customers. That's why we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences to join this multicultural, hard-working team.•



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Benefits at Revolut
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No ping pong tables or bean bag chairs, just benefits you actually want Get what you need to succeed
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• Financial benefits that show we value your work
• Flexibility to work from home, the office or abroad
• A free Revolut Metal subscription loaded with perks
• Exciting events year-round so you can get to know your team

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Discover our values
We believe that any success at Revolut comes from two things: our people and our culture. Our culture is our DNA, it defines who we are, how we operate, and how we handle disagreements with each other. We operate, hire, develop, and promote brilliant people based on the values below.


Culture
Get It Done


Revoluters always push through!
We stopped listening to excuses a long time ago - we care about results. We believe that grit, determination, skill, smartness, and courage can break through almost any wall.
Deliver WOW


We love building great products, we love delighting our customers, we love turning the complexity of a chaotic world into the simplicity of a beautiful solution that truly solves customer needs.
Dream Team


We select, coach, and retain the top talent only and give them all the support to achieve greatness
Never Settle


Revolut is for those who always strive for excellence, for those who want to become the best in the world at what they do, for those who would never settle for less. Revolut is for 10x people.
Think Deeper


Logic, reason, and common sense prevail over everything else in decision making at Revolut. We are open-minded, we listen, and we are always in search of the truth.