Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, Web3 features, and more. We leverage the power of digital assets and blockchain to build an inclusive financial ecosystem to advance the freedom of money and improve financial access for people around the world.
The Finance Director is responsible for the end-to-end financial management of a regulated payment institution operating in Brazil with both traditional banking and digital asset (crypto) activities. The role combines the responsibilities of a CFO within a Banco Central do Brasil regulated payment institution with the operational and financial oversight required for a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP).
The Finance Director will oversee all financial, accounting, treasury, regulatory reporting, and operational finance functions while ensuring strict compliance with Brazilian banking regulations and emerging crypto regulatory frameworks. The role requires a hands-on and operational leader who is deeply involved in daily financial operations, payment flows, fiat and crypto liquidity management, and the integrity of financial reporting across both traditional and blockchain-based systems.
This position acts as a key member of the executive leadership team, partnering with the local General Manager, regulators, banking partners, and internal operational teams to ensure the institution operates with strong financial discipline, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities:
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Lead the company’s financial strategy, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes.
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Oversee controllership, accounting, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with applicable accounting and regulatory standards.
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Act as the primary financial counterpart for regulators, ensure compliance with financial and prudential reporting requirements established by the Banco Central do Brasil (BCB) and other applicable authorities.
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Lead treasury, liquidity management, cash positioning, and banking relationships, ensuring the institution maintains financial resilience and operational stability.
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Oversee the financial governance of fiat payment operations, including key payment infrastructure such as PIX, bank transfers, payment processors, and banking partners, ensuring appropriate reconciliation control.
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Oversee financial operations related to digital assets, including wallets, custodial balances, blockchain reconciliations, and crypto treasury activities, ensuring accurate accounting treatment, visibility over on-chain transactions, and proper integration into financial reporting and internal controls.
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Monitor capital adequacy, balance sheet efficiency, and financial performance to support both growth and regulatory compliance.
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Monitor tax compliance and possess strong knowledge of tax legislation to validate tax obligations and support effective tax planning strategies.
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Strengthen internal controls, financial governance, and audit readiness across the finance function.
- Partner closely with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Operations, Product, and Engineering to ensure the company’s growth and innovation agenda is supported by strong financial foundations and sound governance.
Requirements:
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BA/BS in Finance or Accounting (Master/MBA, CMA or CPA preferred)
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Extensive experience serving as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance executive within a regulated financial institution, fintech, payments company, or digital asset platform. Experience managing finance functions in regulated environments is essential.
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Expertise in financial reporting under Brazilian accounting standards and IFRS, including experience managing complex financial reporting environments that involve high transaction volumes and multiple asset classes.
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Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to financial institutions regulated by the Banco Central do Brasil, including regulatory reporting requirements, capital adequacy expectations, and financial governance standards.
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Understanding of fiat payment systems including bank transfers, payment processors, and domestic payment networks such as PIX, along with the reconciliation and financial reporting requirements associated with these systems.
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Demonstrated ability to operate in highly operational environments, with a self-starter mentality and hands-on involvement in payment flows, treasury movements, transaction reconciliations, and day-to-day financial processes.
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Ability to work in an unstructured environment, navigate ambiguity, manage multiple assignments simultaneously, and provide clarity and structure
- Fluent writing and speaking in English and Portuguese required
Why Binance
• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)
Binance is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe that having a diverse workforce is fundamental to our success.
