Group Finance Director
Bolt
Accounting & Finance
Tallinn, Estonia
Posted on Dec 17, 2024
We are looking for a Group Finance Director who will provide leadership and strategic oversight of core finance functions within a fast-growing tech company with over 4,000 employees operating across EMEA.
Reporting to the CFO, the Group Finance Director will drive financial accuracy, compliance, and process improvement across the organisation, including Accounting, Controlling, Financial Reporting and Compliance. This position will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with overall business objectives.
About Us
With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.
We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
About The Role
As Group Finance Director, you will lead a team of around 100 finance professionals (and growing), working across multiple countries and business lines. They will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, enhancing financial systems infrastructure, and establishing a culture of continuous improvement to ensure company readiness for a potential IPO.
You will ensure finance is positioned as a strategic asset to the company, facilitating growth and maintaining resilience through scalability initiatives.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
Why you’ll love it here:
Reporting to the CFO, the Group Finance Director will drive financial accuracy, compliance, and process improvement across the organisation, including Accounting, Controlling, Financial Reporting and Compliance. This position will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align financial processes with overall business objectives.
About Us
With over 200 million customers in 50+ countries, Bolt is one of the fastest-growing tech companies in Europe and Africa. And it's all thanks to our people.
We believe in creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability.
Our ultimate goal is to make cities for people, not cars, and we need your help to achieve this mission!
About The Role
As Group Finance Director, you will lead a team of around 100 finance professionals (and growing), working across multiple countries and business lines. They will be responsible for maintaining robust financial controls, enhancing financial systems infrastructure, and establishing a culture of continuous improvement to ensure company readiness for a potential IPO.
You will ensure finance is positioned as a strategic asset to the company, facilitating growth and maintaining resilience through scalability initiatives.
Main tasks and responsibilities:
- Shape and communicate the strategic direction for core finance functions, aligning team objectives with broader company goals
- Foster a high-performance culture, promoting best practices and process excellence throughout the finance organisation.
- Own the production and consolidation of financial statements for the group and its subsidiaries, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
- Develop and enforce policies and procedures to support financial decisions and regulatory compliance.
- Drive continuous improvement in end-to-end financial processes, reducing variability and enhancing quality across functions.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders, including C-suite, operational teams, and supporting functions like FP&A, Tax, Treasury, Investor Relations, and Legal.
- Drive key strategic projects, including preparing the finance organisation for a potential public offering and adapting processes to support compliance and transparency.
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in finance, with a proven track record in accounting, controlling, and finance leadership within complex, multinational environments.
- Expertise in IFRS and international accounting standards, with a strong technical foundation and experience in leading large finance teams.
- Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; ACCA, CIMA, or ACA certification is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and build partnerships across functions.
- Ability to operate effectively in high-growth, dynamic environments and manage complexity and change..
- Ownership & Accountability: Takes full responsibility for finance outcomes and continuously seeks improvement.
Why you’ll love it here:
- Play a direct role in shaping the future of mobility.
- Impact millions of customers and partners in 600+ cities across 50+ countries.
- Work in fast-moving autonomous teams with some of the smartest people in the world.
- Accelerate your professional growth with unique career opportunities.
- Get a rewarding salary and stock option package that lets you focus on doing your best work.
- Enjoy the flexibility of working in a hybrid mode with a minimum of 2 days in the office each week to foster strong connections and teamwork.
- Take care of your physical and mental health with our wellness perks.
- Some perks may differ depending on your location and role.
