Role Overview

As Finance & Treasury Executive at Alunafi, you will have two parallel missions:

• Finance Operations

Support the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including invoicing, payments, reconciliations, and month-end processes. You will contribute to the accuracy and reliability of financial records while supporting reporting obligations and the broader finance function.

• Treasury Management

Manage operational treasury activities across the organisation, including account movements, liquidity monitoring, and reconciliations between banking institutions and payment platforms. You will ensure the smooth execution of financial transactions and maintain visibility over cash flows across the organisation.

You will also contribute to improving financial processes by building scalable models and introducing automation tools that enhance efficiency and accuracy.

This is a versatile role spanning operational finance, treasury execution, and process improvement. You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the company and help build robust financial processes to support the continued growth of the business in the payments industry.

Treasury & Operations

• Execute treasury movements (e.g. account top-ups, internal transfers).

• Perform reconciliations between payment platforms and bank accounts.

• Monitor daily liquidity and flag discrepancies.

• Support regulatory and financial reporting processes (including quarterly reporting cycles).

Finance

• Process invoices and payments.

• Assist in month-end closing activities.

• Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules.

• Support preparation of financial statements and regulatory submissions.

Process & Automation

• Develop scalable reconciliation models (not manual processes).

• Build repeatable finance workflows that can be transferred as the team grows.

• Leverage AI and automation tools to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload.

• Continuously review and optimise finance processes.

Essential Requirements

Experience & Education:

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

• 3–5 years of experience in audit or accounting roles, preferably within a Big 4 / Top 5 firm (PwC, Deloitte, EY, KPMG, Grant Thornton)

• Experience working on audits within financial services, fintech, banking, insurance, or gaming is highly desirable

Finance & Treasury Expertise:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reconciliations

• Experience working with financial records, payments, and financial reporting processes

• Ability to manage reconciliations between banking institutions and payment platforms

Process & Systems Mindset:

• Strong Excel or financial modelling skills combined with openness to using modern finance tools

• Ability to build scalable reconciliation models and repeatable processes rather than manual workflows

• Interest in leveraging automation and AI tools to improve finance operations

Analytical & Operational Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial work

• Ability to analyse discrepancies and resolve reconciliation issues

• Capable of managing operational finance tasks while maintaining a strategic improvement mindset

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience auditing financial institutions, payment companies, or fintech organisations

• Exposure to regulated environments (MFSA or other financial regulators)

• Experience working in startups or fast-growing companies

• Familiarity with payment platforms, banking integrations, or fintech operations

Key Competencies

• Automation Mindset – Proactively seeks tools and automation solutions to improve efficiency

• Detail-Oriented – High level of accuracy and ownership in financial processes

• Collaborative – Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams

• Adaptable – Comfortable operating in a growing company where roles evolve

• Process Builder – Creates scalable systems and documentation that can support future team growth

• Analytical – Strong problem-solving abilities and data-driven decision-making

• Competitive salary package

• Private healthcare coverage

• Professional development opportunities

• Central office location in Malta

• Dynamic, multicultural work environment