Head of Finance in London

About Brite Payments

Brite Payments is a Swedish fintech and a leader in Instant Account-to-Account (A2A) payments. With connections to over 3,800+ banks, Brite enables consumers to pay directly from their bank account in real-time. Users authenticate using their bank’s usual ID method, which is convenient and secure, providing merchants with fast fund settlement, zero chargebacks, and reduced costs. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Brite operates across 27 European markets, utilising local payment rails, open banking, and our own proprietary infrastructure, Brite Instant Payments Network (IPN).

About the opportunity

With a newly granted e-money license, authorized by the FCA, the company is set for enabling the business and start transacting in the UK. To support this pivotal stage in our journey, we are seeking an ambitious Head of Finance to implement the finance processes in the UK, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the financial and operational success of our UK entity.

What you will do

• Regulatory and Financial Compliance: You will build and execute our daily UK finance operations. In collaboration with headquarters, manage day-to-day treasury tasks, including safeguarding accounts, daily reconciliations, and liquidity planning, to ensure strict FCA compliance. Act as the local liaison for auditors and regulators, preparing and submitting statutory reports while adapting Group finance processes to the new UK entity.
• Financial Strategy and Analysis: Prepare regular financial reports for senior leadership that highlight key performance metrics and operational risks. Work closely with the Group finance team to handle local budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to help execute the broader company strategy within the UK entity.
• Risk Management: Keep a close eye on daily financial risks, particularly those related to liquidity and foreign exchange, and suggest practical ways to mitigate them. Support the local compliance team to ensure all financial processes meet strict AML and risk management standards.
• Leadership and Collaboration: As a reliable partner to both the UK business and our Swedish headquarters, help align our financial goals across departments. Foster a collaborative, problem-solving culture and work hand-in-hand with the central finance team to keep daily finance operations efficient and perfectly aligned.

Are you a Brite mind?

We are looking for a Brite mind with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline; advanced qualifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred.
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in a senior finance role within a regulated financial services or fintech environment.
• Understanding of e-money and payment services regulations, including safeguarding, reconciliation, and FCA compliance.
• Proficiency in accounting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Familiarity with finance and ERP software systems.
• Integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical financial practices.

What we offer

• An optimistic, caring, and inclusive culture where you can be yourself.
• A dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative environment, with the chance to join one of Europe’s hottest fintechs and learn from industry leaders.
• The opportunity to make an impact from day one in an organisation that values quick decision-making, teamwork, and results over titles.
• Exposure to a variety of verticals and use cases for our payments products, working with some of the fastest-growing businesses in Europe.
• An annual well-being and professional development allowance to invest in your personal growth.
• A team of fun, skilled professionals who are committed to making a lasting impact.

Important Regulatory Note: As Brite Payments Limited is authorised as an Electronic Money Institution under the Electronic Money Regulations 2011, individuals performing certain controlled responsibilities may be subject to FCA fit and proper assessments applicable to Electronic Money Institutions.

Equal Opportunities: Brite Payments Limited is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.