Chief Financial Officer (Greater London)

London Full-Time No home office possible

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About PayAlly Group

PayAlly Group is a global group of financial institutions delivering personalised, cross-border financial solutions to complex international clients. As principal members of Visa and Mastercard, we operate across issuing, acquiring, FX, and other value-added services tailored for businesses requiring exceptional attention, flexibility, and integrity.

Role Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer to lead and scale our financial function across the Group. The CFO will be responsible for the daily financial operations, regulatory and strategic reporting, board and investor communication, investment analysis, and capital pursuit initiatives to support our long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance & Reporting

Oversee day-to-day financial operations of all group entities, ensuring accuracy, control, and regulatory compliance
Develop and deliver consolidated monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the Board of Directors and shareholders
Implement robust financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
Lead cash flow management, working capital optimisation, and capital allocation across the group
Establish KPIs and internal dashboards to monitor financial and operational performance
Act as the main point of contact for current and prospective investors
Prepare investor updates, financial models, and pitch materials
Manage due diligence processes and data rooms for investment rounds
Identify, evaluate, and pursue strategic investment opportunities (equity, debt, M&A, etc.)

Governance & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with all financial, tax, and regulatory requirements in relevant jurisdictions
Liaise with auditors, tax advisors, and legal counsel across jurisdictions
Work closely with compliance and risk functions on financial regulatory frameworks (FCA, EMI, PSD2)
Lead and mentor the finance team across jurisdictions (UK, EU, and international)
Build a high-performance culture and develop internal talent
Collaborate closely with other department heads (operations, treasury, legal, IT)

Candidate Requirements

Proven experience as CFO or senior finance executive in a regulated financial services or fintech institution
Strong knowledge of EMI, card acquiring/issuing, and FX operations
Experience preparing board-level reports and managing investor relations
Demonstrated success in fundraising or investment execution
ACA/ACCA/CFA qualified or equivalent; MBA is a plus
Familiarity with multi-entity, cross-border financial operations
Strategic thinker with high financial acumen and business judgment
Strong leadership and communication skills, with ability to engage board members and investors
Hands-on and detail-oriented, with ability to manage both strategic priorities and operational execution
High integrity, resilience, and a proactive mindset in a fast-paced environment

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time