Head of Finance & Administration (m|f|x) London

GTN is a fintech pioneer with decades of success, holding broker-dealer and capital markets services licenses in multiple jurisdictions through its subsidiaries. We are committed to empowering brokers, banks, asset managers, and fintech with scalable and innovative investment and trading solutions that enable access to a comprehensive network of global markets and multiple asset classes, making investment and trading accessible for all. GTN's investment and trading solutions offer seamless integration with the existing services of regulated financial firms and fintech via our co-branded front-ends or versatile API suite. The GTN API suite, inspired by embedded finance, provides the adaptability to develop bespoke trading/investment applications or incorporate GTN features into existing platforms, enhancing their value proposition. In addition, our comprehensive global trading ecosystem includes best-in-class execution, custody, and post-trade solutions.

Headquartered in Dubai, GTN brings together a diverse team of over 300 talented individuals spread across Dubai, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, the UK, and the US, united by a shared passion and purpose: empowering clients and transforming the accessibility to investment and trading opportunities to all. Our Sri Lanka office is our tech hub and is at the core of what we do: Here we research, develop, text and launch scalable features for our B2B and B2B2C trading and investment technology. We are backed by strategic investors like the IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, and SBI Ventures Singapore Pte. Ltd., a group company of SBI Holdings, Inc., one of the largest financial services firms listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. To learn more, visit www.gtngroup.com or connect on LinkedIn

The Head of Finance and Administration will be responsible for management and oversight of all financial and administrative functions within the company. This role is critical in ensuring that the firm meets its financial targets, operates efficiently, and complies with all relevant regulatory requirements.

Tasks

Financial Reporting and Management Accounts:

• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting, including financial presentation for Board meetings.
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the firm’s parent company (GTN Group Holding), providing insights and analysis to support strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and corporate financial reporting requirements.

Banking and Financial Relationships:

• Manage and oversee relationships with banking partners, ensuring optimal banking arrangements for the firm.
• Oversee the management of the company’s invoicing process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in billing and collections.
• Manage contractual relationships with key providers, suppliers, and employee benefits providers, including workplace pension schemes.

Outsourced Services and Coordination:

• Oversee outsourced HR functions, ensuring they align with the company’s strategic goals and legal requirements.
• Coordinate with the outsourced company secretary to ensure timely and accurate corporate governance.
• Manage relationships with the outsourced payroll provider, coordinating with HR and Finance teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements, including corporate taxes, VAT, payroll taxes, National Insurance contributions, and other statutory deductions.
• Oversee the outsourced finance, administrative, and HR teams at GTN Group Holding, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Management of Third-party Technology and Operational Supplier Contracts:

• Third-party Supplier Relationships: Oversee relationships with third-party suppliers providing IT services, software, telecommunications, and office equipment. Ensure contracts are cost-
• effective and meet strategic goals, service level agreements (SLAs) are met and that the firm’s technology and operational infrastructure supports business operations effectively.
• Contract Negotiation: Work with the Executive Management team and legal counsel to coordinate negotiations for new and existing contracts with suppliers, ensuring favourable terms and conditions that meet the company’s operational needs and compliance requirements.
• Performance Monitoring: Regularly review the performance of suppliers against contractual obligations and SLAs, addressing any issues promptly to ensure continuous operational efficiency.

Audit and Compliance:

• Manage the external financial year-end audit, ensuring all audit requirements are met, the audit process runs smoothly and that it is completed within the set deadlines.
• Liaise with the Head of Compliance to compile and submit FCA regulatory returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Regularly review and streamline financial and administrative processes to improve efficiency, reduce cost and enhance service delivery.
• Work closely with the compliance team to monitor and manage regulatory risks.

Subscriptions and Corporate Identifiers

• Manage the subscriptions to, registrations, renewals and payments for regulatory identifiers and registrations, such as SWIFT BIC Codes, Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) Codes, Data Protection Commissioner’s Office Fees, IRS QI registration, EIS and GIIN numbers.

Strategic and Operational Planning

• Contribute to the development and execution of the company’s strategic plans, providing financial analysis and insights to support decision-making.
• Manage the company’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

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Location

30 Moorgate ,UK-EC2R 6PP London