Work from anywhere, impact everywhere
Diversity is at the heart of who we are at Xapo Bank. We’re a fully distributed team of over 130 Xapiens that work remotely from 30+ countries around the world.
Our beginning: A world that enjoys economic freedom and wealth protection, no matter where you live or who is running your country.
To achieve that, we search the world for the best people for the job. We work hard, think globally, and inspire each other to learn and grow. We are committed to changing the way things are done.
Although we are headquartered in Gibraltar, this is a full time, 100% remote position
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We are seeking a dynamic and commercially-minded Head of FP&A to join our finance team. This is a high-impact leadership role that will serve as a critical business partner to the CFO and executive team, shaping Xapo’s growth trajectory through data-driven financial strategy.
You are not just a reporter of numbers; you are a co-creator of our financial future. You will own the translation of our corporate strategy into a comprehensive financial roadmap, using forecasting, modeling, and deep analysis to guide critical decisions. Your primary mandate is to go beyond traditional FP&A by providing proactive insights that challenge assumptions, identify commercial opportunities, and unlock sustainable growth.
This role requires a leader who thrives on building strong cross-functional partnerships, especially with Product, Engineering, and Marketing, to drive efficiency and optimize performance. You will oversee strategic OPEX management while developing the frameworks and reporting that hold the organization accountable to its objectives. This position is ideal for a leader from a high-growth fintech environment who is passionate about building a best-in-class finance function at the intersection of crypto and banking.
Responsibilities- Partner with the CFO to formulate, communicate, and drive Xapo's financial strategy, presenting insights and recommendations to senior management and the Board.
- Lead the core financial planning processes, including forecasting, scenario modeling, and long-range strategic planning.
- Design and own the executive-level reporting frameworks to monitor business performance, connecting financial results to strategic KPIs and operational drivers.
- Lead strategic OPEX management and the annual budgeting cycle, with a focus on optimizing resource allocation to drive growth. This includes owning the commercial evaluation of vendor spend and modeling variable costs in technology-driven departments (e.g., engineering bonuses, performance marketing).
- Serve as a critical business partner to functional leaders, providing deep financial analysis and data-driven insights that challenge assumptions and unlock growth opportunities.
- Lead the development and maintenance of sophisticated financial models to support strategic initiatives, new product launches, and risk assessments.
- Drive the evolution of our financial systems (including Anaplan) to automate reporting, enhance analytical capabilities, and provide self-service insights to stakeholders.
- Provide input into capital requirement methodologies and other regulatory financial processes.
- Over time, supervise and mentor a growing FP&A team, fostering a culture of accountability, commercial curiosity, and excellence.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership role.
- Deep experience in a high-growth fintech, crypto, or modern financial services environment is essential.
- A strong commercial mindset with a proven ability to translate complex data into actionable growth strategies.
- Exceptional business partnering skills, with a clear track record of successfully influencing decisions and strategy across non-finance functions (Product, Engineering, Marketing, etc.).
- Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills.
- Proficiency with modern financial planning systems (e.g., Anaplan), data analytics, and reporting tools.
- Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly and concisely to both financial and non-financial audiences.
- Strong leadership, people management, and influencing skills.
- Proven ability to operate in a fast-paced, global, and remote-first environment.
- Experience preparing Board-level reports and presentations.
- Genuine passion for Bitcoin, blockchain technology, and the future of finance.
- Netsuite experience is advantageous.
- Exposure to IPO processes is advantageous but not essential.
- A dedicated workspace.
- A reliable internet connection with the fastest speed possible in your area.
- Alignment with Our Values and the Xapo Values-Driven Leadership principles.
Why work for Xapo?
IMPACT GLOBALLY, WORK REMOTELY.
- Shape the Future: Improve lives through cutting-edge technology, work 100% remotely from anywhere in the world.
- Great work-life balance: Build amazing things with a balance of autonomy and collaborative teamwork. Set your own work schedule and make use of a flexible PTO plan when you need to recharge.
- Expect Excellence: Collaborate, learn, and grow with a high-performance team. Learn how you learn best - from books to conferences, you’ll get a yearly budget for your individual learning and development goals.
At Xapo, we prioritize consumer protection and adhere to regulatory requirements by ensuring that all Xapiens are accountable for upholding principles of fair treatment, transparency, and ethical conduct in their interactions with customers and stakeholders.
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Xapo Bank is the first Bitcoin-enabled bank in the world to fully integrate traditional finance with crypto. Our members can benefit from the safety of a US Dollar bank account and the flexibility of blockchain payments, all in one powerful app. They can secure and grow their wealth in their Xapo Bank account with 4.1% annual interest on their USD deposits and 1% on their Bitcoin holdings, both paid out daily*. On top of that, they can enjoy seamless, fast, and low-cost transactions through international payment networks and blockchain rails. Our mission is to provide our members with the best crypto-native banking experience that is secure, accessible and flexible. Because we believe that financial security is a right, not a privilege, and should be within reach of every individual. Genuine Xapo Bank job openings will always be posted on our Careers page (www.xapo.com/careers). Although we work with third-party recruiters, invitations to interview for a role at Xapo Bank and any eventual job offers will only ever be communicated using a @xapo.com email address. If you are unsure, please reach out to us via email at [email protected]. *Interest rates may vary and can be paid in any supported currency
