Financial Manager
We are seeking an experienced Financial Manager to join an international financial services project based in Malta . The role will be based in Yerevan and will be responsible for management reporting, financial planning, regulatory reporting support, safeguarding reconciliations, accounting, audit coordination, and financial modelling. This is a key role in building the finance function of a newly established regulated financial institution from the ground up. The successful candidate will work closely with senior management, Malta-based colleagues and service providers, and external auditors. The position will also involve regular travel to Malta, including for audit fieldwork.
Prepare monthly management accounts, financial analysis, budgets, forecasts, and variance reports
Maintain the rolling three-year financial plan, including revenue, transaction volumes, and cost projections
Prepare financial models and pricing analysis for new products, client segments, and intragroup arrangements
Prepare draft regulatory returns and supporting calculations for review and submission
Prepare and monitor own funds calculations and identify potential capital requirement issues
Prepare daily safeguarding reconciliations between safeguarded funds and outstanding e-money liabilities
Maintain accurate accounting records, reconciliations, working papers, and audit documentation
Prepare annual IFRS financial statements and coordinate the external audit process
Monitor vendor costs, invoices, contractual pricing, and minimum commitments
Prepare intragroup recharge calculations and supporting transfer pricing documentation
Work closely with Malta-based colleagues and outsourced accounting and corporate services providers
Prepare management, board, and shareholder reporting packs
Maintain the finance and regulatory reporting calendar and ensure all deadlines are met
Collaborate with international stakeholders and support the development of finance processes across Armenia and Malta
ACCA or equivalent professional qualification, or substantially completed
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial services, banking, licensed financial institutions, or financial services audit within a Big 4 or comparable firm
Hands-on experience preparing regulatory or prudential financial reports for a central bank or financial regulator
Experience with CBA prudential reporting, including capital adequacy and total capital calculations, is highly relevant
Strong knowledge and practical experience in IFRS reporting and preparation of financial statements for audit
Strong MS Excel and financial modelling skills
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and financial reporting skills
Fluent written and spoken English
Ability to work independently and build financial processes and reporting structures from the ground up
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Willingness and ability to travel regularly to Malta, including for audit fieldwork
Ability to work effectively in an international and multicultural environment
Strongly Preferred
Experience or knowledge of EU payments regulation, including EMD2, PSD2, and safeguarding requirements
Experience working within a newly licensed, start-up, or fast-growing financial institution
Experience working with an outsourced accounting or corporate services provider
Experience in payments, e-money, banking, or other regulated financial services
Previous experience working on international projects or with Malta-based teams
Advantages of working with us - Competitive benefits package, including health insurance, performance.based annual bonus and salary review, training opportunities, individual professional development programs.