HEAD OF FINANCE – TREASURY & RECEIVABLES Nicosia, Cyprus | Full-Time | Hybrid
ABOUT THE COMPANY
A prominent international group operating across more than 30 countries is establishing a new financial entity in Nicosia, Cyprus. This entity will function as an in-house banking hub, managing intercompany funding, treasury operations, and structured financing support for the group’s global subsidiaries.
THE ROLE
This is an excellent opportunity. You will be the first and sole finance professional on the ground in Cyprus, with the autonomy to build and operate the function from day one, supported by an experienced corporate team internationally.
From the outset, you will be work alongside senior group stakeholders, playing an active role in governance and strategic decision-making. This carries real authority, real accountability, and real exposure to a complex, multi-jurisdictional global group.
If you are a senior finance professional who wants to build something meaningful within an established global organisation – rather than maintain what already exists – this role deserves your attention.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
The core of the role (60–80%) focuses on managing the group’s internal receivables financing operations:
- Analyse accounts receivable portfolios from group subsidiaries across multiple jurisdictions
- Price receivables based on counterparty credit risk and support acquisition decisions
- Execute and monitor intercompany financing and funding transactions
- Manage intercompany loan agreements and ensure compliance with agreed terms
- Support subsidiaries’ working capital needs through structured in-house financing solutions
The broader remit (20–40%) covers finance, governance and corporate responsibilities:
- Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor the entity’s P&L
- Prepare risk committee materials and present operations for board approval
- Coordinate board meetings and maintain corporate governance standards
- Work closely with the Corporate Finance team to ensure alignment with group strategy
- Liaise with external providers for accounting, tax and regulatory obligations as needed
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- 7+ years of experience in Finance, Corporate Finance, Treasury, FP&A or a related discipline
- Experience in trade finance, receivables financing, factoring, or credit risk analysis — or strong analytical capability to learn quickly in a structured finance environment
- Comfortable operating independently, taking initiative, and building processes from scratch
- Confident representing the company at board level, contributing to risk committee submissions, and taking accountability for financial operations
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with rigorous attention to detail
- Organised, reliable and professional — someone who takes ownership and follows through
- Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage
Advantageous:
- Big Four advisory background — Transaction Services, Corporate Finance or equivalent
- Experience in regulated financial services — EMIs, payment institutions, FX/CFD brokers or similar
- Familiarity with multi-jurisdictional intercompany structures and international group treasury
- Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics; ACA, ACCA or CFA qualified
WHAT’S ON OFFER
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Hybrid working arrangement based in Nicosia
- Premium office space in Nicosia city centre
- Significant exposure to senior group stakeholders and international financial operations
- The opportunity to build and lead a new financial hub within an established global group
- A lean, high-impact role with genuine strategic influence
This search is being managed by Donna Stephenson, Founder of Emerald Zebra, a boutique executive search and recruitment consultancy based in Cyprus. All applications are treated in strict confidence. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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