Job Description

About our Company:LemFi (YC S21, Series B) is revolutionizing cross-border financial services for immigrants through its multi-currency platform, processing over $1 billion in monthly transactions. We provide instant remittances, foreign exchange services, and multi-currency accounts, all in one seamless experience.With 300+ employees across 15+ countries, our platform supports twelve currencies and integrates directly with local banks and mobile money providers, ensuring fast, low-cost transactions. But we're not stopping at payments. LemFi is building a comprehensive financial ecosystem empowering immigrants with the financial tools they need to thrivexe2x80x94wherever they go.Our vision: To build the first full-stack financial services hub for the world's immigrant population.Who you are:You are a candidate who would thrive in a fintech startup environment like ours, where we readily accept individuals with a humble, yet uplifting attitude alongside a diligent sense of work ethic. The teams here at LemFi are passionate about their work and fields of expertise, but also lend hands on cross-functional responsibilities to ensure the success of the company and the satisfaction of our clientele.Job Summary:We're looking for a hands-on and detail-oriented Senior Accountant. You'll play a key role in establishing scalable accounting processes in a fast-growing fintech environment. This role is ideal for someone who has helped build finance operations from the ground up and is excited to contribute to a high-performance, multicultural team.You'll be a key player in building a finance function that's lean, smart, and built to last.Responsibilities are as follows:

• Build and implement core accounting and financial controlling processes to support the company's rapid growth.

• Leading budgeting cycles.
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.

• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls, reporting systems, and documentation standards.

• Collaborate closely with the Head of FP&A and Financial Reporting on:

• Developing forecasting models and supporting scenario planning and strategic financial analysis.
• Collaborate closely with the data team and leverage BI tools (such as Tableau, Looker, or Power BI) to bring greater visibility and insights into financial performance.

• Coordinate with external partners including auditors, tax advisors, and financial service providers.

• Contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced, and inclusive work environment.

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or financial controlling, including startup or scale-up experience.

• Strong technical accounting knowledge with familiarity in international accounting standards (e.g., IFRS).

• Proven experience in building or scaling financial operations, systems, and processes.

• Solid understanding of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting practices, ideally with collaborative experience alongside FP&A teams.

• Proficiency with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) and a data-driven mindset.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Comfort working in fast-paced, multicultural environments.

• Fintech industry experience is a strong plus.

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