Director - Finance

Company Overview: GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions. We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us. Are you one of us? GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team. For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com. What you will do: About the Role The Director of Finance will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing global financial operations for FHV - https://fhv.ai/. This individual will ensure the seamless financial performance of various local entities and provide strategic financial leadership across the organization. This role will also involve supporting the creation and management of new entities, bank accounts, and multi-currency operations globally. The Director will work closely with cross-functional teams, including tech, tax, and operations, to ensure the business model can scale effectively. Responsibilities: 1. Global Financial Management & Planning: o Oversee financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the organization across all global entities. o Develop and manage cash flow strategies, including multi-currency operations, to ensure the financial health of the organization. o Establish and maintain pricing models for new customer engagements and support global financial scalability. 2. Accounting & Reporting: o Ensure compliance with statutory and internal reporting requirements across all entities. o Oversee the preparation of financial statements and consolidated management reports for global operations. o Work closely with the tax team to ensure accurate filings and compliance with international tax regulations. 3. Operational Leadership: o Lead the establishment of new entities, bank accounts, and financial infrastructure in line with the company’s expansion plans. o Transition financial responsibilities from the current finance lead, focusing on scalability and strategic growth. o Manage day-to-day transactional finance activities, including payments, invoicing, and reconciliations. 4. Stakeholder Collaboration: o Collaborate with tech, tax, and operations stakeholders to ensure the scalability of the business model. o Serve as the key finance liaison with internal and external stakeholders, including clients and partners. 5. Team Management: o Supervise and mentor the finance team, including Finance Associates and other support roles globally. o Build and develop a high-performing finance team to meet the organization’s global needs. 6. Strategic Oversight: o Oversee the financial performance of various local entities and ensure alignment with global financial objectives. o Support the scaling of the company’s financial infrastructure and processes to align with its growth strategy. What you should bring: Required Skills & Qualifications: Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA in Finance, or equivalent qualification. 10+ years of experience in finance, with significant exposure to managing global financial operations. Experience working in the US and/or Europe is required. Strong background in financial planning, FP&A, compliance, and multi-currency financial operations. Proven track record of establishing and managing financial infrastructure for global entities. Proficiency in financial systems and tools. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in trade finance or supply chain finance is a plus. Familiarity with financial compliance requirements in the US, Europe, and India. Hands-on experience with scaling financial operations in a global organization