Finance Director EMEA - Dubai
OKX
United Arab Emirates
29th May 2025
2505-1869-3
Job Description
What You’ll Be Doing
- Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS or local statutory requirements.
- Ensure compliance with all local tax regulations, financial reporting requirements, and EMEA regulatory requirements (e.g., VARA, MiCA, FCA).
- Manage external audits and coordinate with auditors to ensure compliance with financial and regulatory standards.
- Develop and implement the regional financial strategy by providing financial guidance to the regional leadership teams to support decision-making and business growth.
- Develop financial models and strategic frameworks to assess business opportunities and risks.
- Implement financial systems and processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and scalability to ensure robust internal controls over financial reporting and intercompany transactions.
- Drive automation and process improvements to support business growth and financial controls.
- Build and lead a high-performing finance team across the EMEA region by developing talent within the team, providing training, guidance, and career development opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative culture that promotes accountability and excellence.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional financial regulations and cryptocurrency market developments.
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field
- ACCA, CPA or equivalent certifcation
- 12+ years of progressive financial leadership experience, preferably in a cryptocurrency exchange, fintech, or financial services company.
- Strong understanding of cryptocurrency markets, blockchain technology, and digital asset accounting.
- Expertise in IFRS, US GAAP, and EMEA specific financial regulations (e.g., VARA, MiCA, FCA).
- Proven experience with financial systems (e.g., Oracle NetSuite) and automation tools.
- Strong analytical, strategic, and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Experience managing multi-currency operations and intercompany transactions.
- Ability to lead and develop teams in multiple jurisdictions.
- MBA
- Experience working across time zones and cross cultural teams
- Bonus points if you have previously worked at a crypto exchange!
- Passionate about blockchain technology and the crypto space
Job Details
| Role Function: | Finance | Job Category: | IT Services and IT Consulting | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Role Level: | Director | Work Type: | Full-Time | ||
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai | ||
| Company Website: | http://www.okx.com | Company Industry/ Sector: | IT Services and IT Consulting | ||
What We Offer
About the Company
At OKX, we believe that the future will be reshaped by Crypto, ultimately contributing to every individual's freedom. OKX began as a crypto exchange giving millions of people access to crypto trading and over time becoming among the largest platforms in the world. In recent years, we have developed one of the most connected Web3 wallets used by millions to access decentralized crypto applications (dApps). OKX is a trusted brand by hundreds of large institutions seeking access to crypto markets on a reliable platform that seamlessly connects with global banking and payments. In the last year, OKX has expanded into new markets including Australia, Brazil, Netherlands, Singapore and Turkey, with plans to launch in the US, Belgium and the UAE. We are deeply committed to shaping a fairer, more transparent and accessible society through blockchain technology. This is why we publish proof of reserves monthly, and continue to ship new innovative security features. We believe in good sportmanship and the pursuit to be better. You may see our OKX logo neatly fitted on the McLaren F1 cars, Manchester City FC team shirts, or at the Tribeca Film Festival celebrating artists and creators. Wherever you may find us, you will notice our pursuit of making our world more efficient, transparent, and connected. To learn more about OKX, download our app or visit: www.okx.comUK users follow: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okxuk/Learn more about working at OKG, the business group developing OKX, our Digital Assets Exchange, our Web3 portal and blockchain ecosystems: bit.ly/WorkingatOKG
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