Financial Controller (Audit and Compliance) – Crypto / Fintech

We are an international group operating across fintech, crypto, and education businesses, managing multiple regulated and non-regulated entities across Europe and Canada.

We are looking for a high-level Financial Controller to establish and operate an independent internal audit and control function across the group.

This is a hands-on , investigative role focused on accuracy, transparency, and risk detection not bookkeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly deep audits across 10+ entities (operational + holding companies)
• Verify timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting across all projects
• Identify and resolve:

1. Double bookings
2. Misallocations between entities
3. Missing or delayed reports

• Cross-check bank statements, internal reports, and balances (40+ accounts incl. banking and payment providers)
• Review client settlements and transaction flows (1000+ monthly transactions)
• Detect irregularities, inconsistencies, or potential misuse of funds
• Perform independent verification of reserves and balances
• Build and implement audit checklists, control systems, and reporting structures
• Report findings directly to CEO and project-level leadership
• Escalate critical issues and provide clear recommendations for improvement

Environment & Complexity

• Monthly volume: ~$7M+
• 1000+ monthly transactions (fiat & crypto)
• 40+ financial accounts (banks, PSPs, card processors)
• Multi-jurisdiction structure (Canada, UK, Ireland, Lithuania, Czech Republic, Slovakia, others)
• Regulated activities including MSB and VASP operations
• Current infrastructure: Excel-based, no centralized system (to be improved)

Requirements

• Strong experience in financial controlling, auditing, or forensic accounting
• Background in fintech / crypto (mandatory)
• Hands-on experience with:
• Crypto flows (on-chain / off-chain)
• Exchanges, wallets, or transaction reconciliation
• Experience with multi-entity structures and cross-border operations
• Ability to work independently and challenge existing processes
• High attention to detail with a risk-oriented mindset
• Fluent in English

Working Model

• Part-time (minimum 4–5 hours per day, ~80–100 hours/month)
• Fully remote
• Flexible structure, but consistent daily involvement is required
• Direct communication with leadership
• Combination of written reports and review calls

Deliverables

Over time, the role will establish and maintain:

• Monthly audit reports
• Full error and inconsistency logs
• Fraud / risk flags
• Balance and reserve verification reports
• Ongoing process improvement recommendations

Compensation

• Starting from $2,100 / month (part-time)
• Performance-based increases based on capability and impact

Additional bonuses related to:

1. Successful implementation of audit systems
2. Identification of critical issues
3. Measurable improvements in financial control

What We Are Looking For

This role is not for a traditional accountant.

We are looking for someone who:

• Thinks independently
• Questions numbers and processes
• Is comfortable working in complex, imperfect environments
• Can detect problems others overlook