Finance Director Offline

We are looking for an experienced Finance Director to lead the development and execution of our financial strategy during a period of growth and transformation. You will be responsible for building a strong finance function, managing compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and driving operational and reporting excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role, ideal for someone who brings experience as a CFO or Deputy CFO and thrives in dynamic, international business environments.

We would like to inform potential applicants that this is a full-time position based in our Riga office. For candidates currently located outside Latvia, relocation will be a prerequisite.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Leadership

• Develop and implement the company's financial strategy to support long-term growth, profitability, and sustainability;
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes in alignment with business objectives;

• Monitor performance metrics and provide insights to drive business decisions.

   

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee financial reporting and ensure accuracy, transparency, and timeliness;
• Implement automated and scalable reporting systems to improve speed and quality of insights;
• Manage liquidity, cash flow, and treasury operations across multiple legal entities;

• Ensure effective risk management and scenario planning.

   

Regulatory & Tax Compliance

• Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory and tax requirements;
• Oversee reporting to supervisory authorities and maintain high governance standards;
• Liaise with external auditors, legal counsel, and financial institutions.

Organizational Design & Operations

• Design and build a finance organization that supports the smooth operation of all business units;
• Establish a centralized accounting system and harmonized financial practices across legal entities;
• Define roles, responsibilities, and controls within the finance team to ensure accountability and efficiency.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Manage and mentor a team of finance professionals, including accountants and treasury personnel;
• Foster cross-functional collaboration with legal, operations, and executive teams;
• Provide senior management with clear, actionable financial insights and recommendations;
• Serve as the key finance point of contact for stakeholders, partners, and regulators.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience as a CFO, Deputy CFO, or Finance Director in a multi-entity organization;
• Proven experience designing and building finance organizations from scratch or during transformation;
• Experience managing legal entities and financial operations across Europe and other regions;
• Strong track record in automating financial reporting and improving process efficiency;
• Demonstrated leadership of finance teams, including accounting, tax, treasury, and reporting;
• Higher education in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field;
• Fluent in English and Russian (spoken and written);
• Strong understanding of IFRS/local GAAP and international compliance standards;
• Hands-on experience with financial systems and ERP implementations is a plus.

We offer:

• Full-time onsite work in the Centre of Riga;
• Paid parking space;
• Compensation for sports;
• Medical insurance;
• Corporate events for employees;
• A team of top-level professional colleagues;
• Salary in range of 6000 - 9500 EUR gross depending on your experience.