Deputy CFO

Who are we?  

iBanFirst  is a fast-growing European fintech that is revolutionizing international payments for SMEs. Founded in 2016, our platform empowers  Small & Medium Multinationals (SMMs)  to regain control over their payment operations: currency conversion (FX), international transactions, and foreign exchange risk management across  140 countries  — quickly, transparently, and securely.  

We make life easier for SMEs through an  advanced technology platform  (automation, APIs, AI…) combined with  dedicated expertise , offering the best of both worlds: the agility of a SaaS solution and the reliability of a trusted partner.  

By simplifying complexity,  iBanFirst helps thousands of bold companies seize global business opportunities  with peace of mind — delivering simplicity, transparency, and security.  

Key figures  

• 350+ employees  across  14 offices  in  11 European countries  

• 30+ nationalities  represented, average age: 32  

• 10,000 corporate clients  trust us  

• €80M in revenue in 2025 , with a target of around  €100M in 2026  

• Profitable for nearly two years  

• Ranked for  7 consecutive years  in the  Financial Times FT1000 , among the fastest-growing European companies  

• An  NPS of 87.5  — an exceptional score in our industry that reflects enthusiastic client feedback on the  simplicity, speed, and quality  of our service  

A strong culture built around 4 core values  

• Team First:  The complexity of our industry demands collective intelligence. We prioritize cooperation, transparency, and knowledge sharing. Success is a team effort, and decisions are made together.  

• Tenacity:  We're transforming a challenging and highly regulated market. It requires endurance, fast learning, and resilience — qualities rooted in our entrepreneurial DNA.  

• Transformation:  Innovation is not a buzzword; it's a necessity in a constantly shifting and strategic sector. We innovate with intent: every technical, product, or organizational improvement is designed for real impact.  

• Trust:  Trust is the foundation of everything we build — with our clients and, above all, internally. It's driven by ownership, autonomy, and a shared commitment to transparency, rigor, and reliability.  

Why join us?  

• We operate at the heart of a  strategic and fast-evolving sector : international payments for SMEs — a complex, high-potential market.  

• We're driven by a meaningful mission:  helping bold "Small & Medium Multinationals" succeed globally.  

• Our platform integrates  cutting-edge technologies  (AI, automation…), making it an ideal playground to  test, learn, and innovate continuously .  

• You'll join an  agile environment  where your expertise has tangible impact, working alongside talent from top financial institutions.  

• iBanFirst is  profitable  and backed by long-term investors:   

• Xavier Niel  and  Bpifrance , historical shareholders, have supported and trusted us from the beginning  

• In 2021, the entry of  Marlin Equity Partners  marked a new chapter in our international ambitions  

Joining iBanFirst means joining a profitable, international, fast-growing tech company — at a pivotal moment where financial rigour and strategic ambition go hand in hand.  

 

Recruitment Context  

Following a reorganisation of the Finance leadership, iBanFirst is creating a  Deputy CFO role  designed to give Arnaud De la Porte (CFO & Deputy CEO) the operational bandwidth to focus on broader executive responsibilities. As iBanFirst transitions from rapid growth to  sustainable, disciplined profitability at scale , the Finance function needs strong leadership across all its pillars — Controlling & Accounting, FP&A, Tax, and Treasury.  

This is a pivotal leadership opportunity at a critical inflection point for the company.  

 

Manager & Team  

You will report to  Arnaud De la Porte , CFO & Deputy CEO.  

You will  directly manage  a team of experienced finance professionals across Paris, Brussels and London.  

You will work alongside Arnaud as a genuine finance leadership partner — participating in strategic discussions, Board presentations, and executive reviews.  

 

What will you do?  

The Deputy CFO role sits across four pillars .

Controlling & Accounting

• Oversee all accounting operations, month-end and year-end closings, and statutory reporting across all entities  

• Ensure compliance with IFRS and local GAAP standards, as well as regulatory and audit requirements  

• Manage relationships with external auditors and ensure timely, accurate financial statements  

• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes, controls, and systems to support scalability and accuracy  

• Supervise tax compliance and optimisation strategies in collaboration with the Group Tax Manager

Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

• Provide strategic support to the FP&A team — act as a senior business partner

• Contribute to budget planning, forecasting, and variance analysis aligned with strategic objectives  

• Enhance profitability tracking at a granular level — by country, client segment, and product line  

• Define and monitor key financial KPIs; develop executive dashboards for the Board and Leadership Team  

• Partner with business leaders to develop business plans, investment cases, and ROI analyses

Cost Management & Investment Discipline

• Lead cost allocation methodologies and cost-to-serve models to drive accountability and transparency  

• Ensure disciplined capital allocation and track ROI on strategic initiatives and technology investments  

• Work closely with operational teams to optimise efficiency and profitability without compromising growth

Strategic Finance & Fundraising

• Actively participate in fundraising processes, investor relations, and Board presentations alongside Arnaud  

• Prepare financial models, business cases, and investor materials for fundraising and strategic partnerships  

• Support evaluation of potential acquisitions or strategic investments

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and develop a high-performing, multicultural finance team across Paris and Brussels  

• Build a culture of rigour, transparency, and continuous improvement  

• Recruit, coach, and retain top finance talent to support the company's growth trajectory  

• Act as a trusted business partner to the Executive Committee  

 

Role Objectives  

First 3 months:  

• Get fully up to speed with the accounting close process, financial reporting framework, and team dynamics  

• Build strong working relationships with direct reports and key internal stakeholders  

• Identify the most pressing gaps and improvement opportunities in the Controlling & Accounting function  

First 6 months:  

• Take full ownership of the month-end and year-end close process  

• Be the go-to finance leader for business partners across the organisation  

• Deliver at least one measurable improvement to reporting accuracy, speed, or process efficiency  

First 12 months:  

• Be a recognised strategic finance leader at iBanFirst, fully trusted by Arnaud and the ExCo  

• Have materially improved the quality and reliability of financial reporting and controls  

• Contributed actively to the FP&A roadmap

• Participated in at least one major strategic or fundraising initiative  

Key KPIs:  

• EBITDA and contribution margin by country, product, and client segment  

• Accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and forecasts  

• Audit outcomes and compliance quality  

• Finance team engagement and performance  

 

What do you bring?  

Profile & Experience:  

• 12–15 years of progressive experience in finance leadership , ideally in fintech, financial services, SaaS, or high-growth tech companies  

• Proven dual expertise in both Accounting/Controlling and FP&A  — you have genuinely operated across both disciplines  

• Big 4 background (4–5 years)  — ideally in Audit or Transaction Services, followed by finance leadership roles in industry  

• Experience as a  Deputy CFO, VP Finance, or CFO of a smaller/scaling company  is highly desirable  

• Exposure to M&A, due diligence, and fundraising  is a strong plus  

• Strong understanding of  profitability analysis, cost allocation, and unit economics  in complex, multi-product/multi-country environments  

• Management experience : you have led and developed teams of 5–10+ people, including hiring, performance management, and building high-performing cultures  

Must-Have:  

• Accounting dominant  — you have deep hands-on experience with closing processes, statutory reporting, IFRS, and audit management  

• FP&A credibility  — you can operate at strategic finance level and support team development  

• Strategic and analytical mindset  — you translate financial data into actionable business insights and recommendations  

• Hands-on and execution-oriented  — you roll up your sleeves while thinking strategically  

• Strong communication and stakeholder management  — you can present clearly to Boards, investors, and non-finance executives  

• Leadership and people development  — you know how to attract, develop, and retain talent  

• Familiarity with AI tools  applied to finance workflows  

• Fluent in French and English  — both required  

Nice to Have:  

• Experience in fintech, payments, FX, or regulated financial services  

• Knowledge of treasury, ALM, or risk management  

• Exposure to international/multi-entity finance operations  

 

What do we offer?  

• Permanent contract  

• Compensation:  €130,000 – €140,000 gross annual package, including a ~€10,000 performance bonus  

• Future access to the Management Investment Plan (MIP) , particularly in the context of upcoming strategic initiatives and fundraising  

• Location:  Paris (Porte Maillot) or Brussels (Avenue Louise), with  flexible hybrid working  

 

Why this is a great opportunity:  

• Board-level exposure from day one  — you participate directly in executive and investor discussions alongside Arnaud  

• A pivotal strategic moment  — iBanFirst is entering a new chapter focused on sustainable profitability; your work shapes the financial architecture of that transformation  

• Real leadership scope  — you lead a team across two countries and own the entire Finance function operationally  

• International expansion  — ambitions to expand beyond Europe (Asia, US) offer further growth potential  

• A profitable, ambitious company  — not a startup burning cash; a structured, growing business with real financial discipline  

 

Benefits   (Paris) :  

• Swile meal card  

• AXA health insurance  

• 50% commuter benefit reimbursement  

• RTT (extra paid days off)  

• Gymlib subscription  

• Company-wide events, team offsites, and social activities  

Benefits   (Brussels) :  

• 13th month + 92% of June salary (double holiday pay)  

• 100% public transport reimbursement  

• Meal vouchers — €6.91 per working day  

• Eco-vouchers — €250/year  

• AXA group health insurance  

• Pension plan  

• Phone subscription  

• Monthly allowance  

• Gym pass  

 

Recruitment Process  

• Screening call with Malorie Petitjean (Talent Acquisition Specialist) — 30 minutes – remote (video) —  Purpose: General fit, motivation, compensation expectations, availability  

• In-depth interview with Arnaud De la Porte (CFO & Deputy CEO) — 1 hour – in-person (Paris or Brussels) —  Purpose: Technical expertise, leadership experience, strategic vision, team fit  

• Live case study with Arnaud De la Porte — 30–45 minutes – in-person —  Purpose: On-the-spot financial reasoning — how you think, structure a problem, and present conclusions  

• Team fit — Valentin (FP&A Manager) + Thibault (Head of Treasury & ALM) — 45 minutes – in-person or remote —  Purpose: Team integration, collaboration style, informal fit  

• Reference checks

 

 

 

 

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  Fourchette de salaire : €130.000 — €140.000 EUR