WeLab Group - Group Head of Business Finance

WeLab, a leading pan-Asian fintech platform, operates two digital banks (WeLab Bank and Bank Saqu) as well as multiple online financial services in Hong Kong, Mainland China and Indonesia, with over 70 million individual users and over 700 enterprise customers. WeLab uses game-changing technology to help users access credit, save money, and enjoy their financial journey.

At WeLab, we always put our people first. Embarking on a career with WeLab means being part of the driving force to make financial services accessible for everyone. In our flat and agile organization, you will get all the opportunities to make real impacts and deliver change. Most importantly, while you achieve greatness, we will ensure you have an amazing experience at WeLab! 

Our team is energetic and passionate who can deliver and execute, and we are looking for intellectually curious, open-minded, and smart-working individuals who are just as passionate as we are about making financial services enjoyable. 

Join us to build a better financial future for everyone! 

About You:

• You're a go-getter with mad juggling skills (or multiple hats) who can thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment 
• You enjoy doing purpose-led and meaningful work 
• You have a strong thirst for knowledge and are driven to find solutions that don't exist yet 
• You are comfortable with ambiguity and extremely resourceful (in your past life, you could've been a detective) 
• You always find a way to get things done without sacrificing the quality of your work, integrity, and values 
• No task is off limits for you 
• You are humble and prioritize the success of the team over your own with an eagerness to help those around you 
• You don't shy away from challenges and can bounce back from setbacks

About the Role:

• Reporting directly to the Group CFO, the incumbent will play a vital role in shaping the financial strategy and driving overall business growth and profitability of WeLab Group. The ideal candidate will develop and execute financial strategies aligned with WeLab Group ’s goals and objectives, as well as providing recommendations on financial planning to support our rapid growth in SEA markets.
  

What you’ll do and what success looks like:

• Work closely with the Group CFO and senior management on strategic financial planning and decision-making to ensure WeLab’s financial health and long-term success.
• Support the Group CFO on all strategic initiatives (including investments, fundraisings, merger and acquisitions, financial due diligence, capital management etc.) and coach the finance team to achieve execution excellence
• Identify and assess financial risks and opportunities, develop and implement strategic plans to solve complex business challenges, and ensure delivery of business objectives.
• Analyze financial information to provide insights and recommendations to the members of the executive management team of WeLab on a wide range of business topics and participate in key decisions
• Oversee the financial operations of all business segments and drive continuous finance process improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness
• Partner with the Group CFO on key stakeholder management including board of directors, investors, joint ventures, bankers, creditors and strategic business partners
• Review legal contracts and provide professional financial advice to drive business initiatives forward
• Champion the adoption of new technologies and digital tools in finance to drive innovation and support WeLab’s evolving needs.
  

What we’re looking for:

• An experienced financial executive with at least 15+ years of successful track record in a commercial environment, regional work experience is an advantage
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline; Experience in banking industry is a must
• Qualified Accountant with HKICPA/ACCA or equivalent with good IFRS knowledge
• Strong commercial sense and business acumen
• A high degree of flexibility in adapting to a rapidly changing environment
• Exceptional leadership ability to manage stakeholders across geographies, businesses, and seniorities
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficient in strategic and tactical thinking about the business
• Fluency in Cantonese, English and Mandarin
  

Perks and Benefits to enrich your experience at WeLab:

• Learning and development stipend - we value lifelong learning and believe the best way to invest in our employees is to encourage them to continue to learn 
• Wellness and happiness – Numerous activities to let you focus on your physical and mental wellbeing. We allow flexible time offs to take care of personal matters and to enjoy time with family and friends 
• Comfortable and positive work environment – Open plan office for easy collaboration and social with your colleagues, or branch out into your own thinking pods when needed, with FREE food and drinks for when you want to recharge 
• Work smart, play hard – Connect with your colleagues over food and drinks at the stocked pantry, in the spacious social area with board games and a ping pong table, or over activities like hiking, yoga, badminton, etc. 
• A big and contagious smile on everyone’s face to make you happier :) 

WeLab’s Awards & Recognitions:

• Asia Banking Finance Retail Banking Awards: Virtual Bank of the Year - Hong Kong  
• CNBC Disruptor 50: the only Hong Kong-based company on the list 
• Financial Times Asia-Pacific High-Growth Companies: #2 in ranking  
• The Chinese University of Hong Kong “Corporate Innovation Index”: #1 in ranking 
  

We offer a competitive salary package to the successful candidate. If you are interested in joining this exciting team, please apply with resume via the "Apply" button below.

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