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title: 'European Entity Controller at LemFi'
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# European Entity Controller at LemFi

- **Company:** LemFi
- **Location:** Dublin, Ireland
- **Compensation:** €100k–€120k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** hybrid
- **Posted:** 2026-10-15
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/lemfi/10b8528e-1b94-4a39-818e-bab848ae0c60

## Job description

LemFi (Series B) is building the go-to financial app for the Global South.

Moving to a new country shouldn’t mean starting from zero. That's why our team of 400+ spanning 20+ countries is building a financial ecosystem that helps immigrants stay connected to home, build stability, and create wealth regardless of where they are from or where they live.

What began as fast, affordable remittances is now evolving into a complete platform for multi-currency accounts, payments, credit, and long-term financial growth.

With millions of users across the globe, we process over $1B in monthly transactions to 30+ countries, proving that borders shouldn't limit financial opportunity.

## About the role

LemFi's European business is built around a Central Bank of Ireland-authorised payment institution that began trading in 2026 and is the hub for our growth across the EU. As European Entity Controller, reporting to the Head of Finance Europe, you are the day-to-day finance lead for all our European entities - owning the close, the statutory accounts, the regulatory returns and the safeguarding work that keeps our CBI licence in good standing.

You will partner closely with the Head of Finance Europe and local leadership on board reporting, tax and business decisions, and with Group Finance on accounting policy, the close timetable and consolidation. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role in a fast-moving fintech: the kind of place where the work is real, the stakes are tangible and there is no one else to hand it to.

## What you'll build and own

- Own the monthly European close - deliver accurate, on-time results for all European entities, aligned to Group timetables and accounting policies.
- Prepare and file statutory accounts - FRS 102 / IFRS under the Companies Act 2014, filed with the CRO on time, with a clean audit every year.
- Own CBI regulatory reporting - prepare own-funds and capital adequacy returns for review by the Head of Finance Europe, with no surprises.
- Meet daily safeguarding requirements - prepare the daily safeguarding calculation, review reconciliations, escalate breaches and support the annual safeguarding audit.
- Prepare board-level reporting - build board packs on performance, capital, safeguarding and regulatory matters for the local board and its committees.
- Partner with Group Finance and local leadership - align accounting policies, agree intercompany balances, support consolidation and feed into budgets and business decisions.
- Automate and scale the function - work with Finance Systems and Data to reduce manual effort in regulatory and close processes, and document procedures so the function is resilient.

## Your experience

- ACA, ACCA or CPA Ireland qualified, with 7+ years of post-qualification experience in regulated financial services.
- Hands-on experience of CBI regulatory returns, own-funds calculations and safeguarding under the EU (Payment Services) Regulations 2018.
- Proven track record of Irish statutory accounts and clean audits in a CBI-regulated environment.
- Comfortable working closely with senior finance and safeguarding leads, and presenting to local and Group leadership.
- Experience with NetSuite or a comparable ERP, and confidence handling high volumes of multi-currency transactions including FX revaluation.
- Based in Ireland and ready to be a visible, senior finance presence for the European business.

## Nice to have

- Big 4 or similar audit background.
- Payment institution or EMI experience, ideally in remittance or cross-border payments.
- Experience supporting a CBI authorisation or a newly authorised firm in its first years of trading.

Why Join LemFi? Love shouldn’t be expensive, yet those working hardest for their families often face predatory fees and banking exclusion. We're changing this. At LemFi, you won’t be just a cog in a machine. Whether designing products, scaling operations, or telling our story, you’ll tackle complex challenges with real, immediate impact. Your work goes beyond metrics - it puts money back in families’ pockets and offers access to the previously excluded. Join us to make a meaningful difference, where high performance is a lifeline for millions.

You can connect with us on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/lemfi/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/uselemfi/) and if you haven't already, download the app on the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/lemfi/id1533066809) or [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en&id=com.lemonadeFinance.android).

Recruitment Agencies Notice LemFi does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. We work only with agencies on our preferred supplier list, and only when we’ve asked them for their support. Any CVs sent to us outside this arrangement will not incur a fee.

## About LemFi

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: LemFi is a financial technology company that provides multi-currency wallets and international payment services tailored for immigrants and the Global South.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Venture Capital-Backed)
- **Headquarters**: Toronto, Canada (also has offices in Oakland, California and London, UK)
- **Founded**: 2020
- **Founders**: Not publicly listed on the main company page, but former known as Lemonade Finance.

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Financial Services / FinTech (International Payments and Remittances)
- Target customers: B2C — primarily immigrants and diaspora communities, with a focus on serving the Global South. They also offer B2B capabilities for international payment needs.
- Mission/Purpose: *"To improve the financial life of the next generation of immigrants."* The company focuses on solving the financial hurdles people face when moving to a new country.

## Products & Services
- **International Money Transfer**: Send money to 30+ countries with zero transfer fees and competitive exchange rates.
- **Multi-Currency Wallet**: Open and manage accounts in multiple currencies, with the ability to convert and hold funds.
- **Request Money**: Send payment requests or share a payment link for easy collections.
- **eSIM**: "Instant Connection, Anywhere you go" — providing mobile connectivity services for travelers and immigrants.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed.
- **Key Metric**: Total funding raised of approximately **$85.6M** (per PitchBook).
- **Customers**: Over **1,000,000+ customers** as of their last update.
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by 45 investors including **Armyn Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, Highland Europe, Silverbacks Holdings, and Stonewater Ventures**. They have partnerships with Visa (cross-border payments), ClearBank (agency banking services), and have recently hired former OPay COO, Allen Qu, to lead China expansion.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Headcount growth: Over 200+ employees (300 per PitchBook, 121 on Built In).
  - Expanded to serve China and South Asia.
  - High-growth trajectory with a focus on remittance-heavy corridors (UK, US, Canada).
- **Recent Deal**: Merged with Pillar (Financial Software) in June 2025 (per PitchBook).

## Competitive Advantages
- **Zero Fees**: Zero transfer fees and competitive exchange rates are a key differentiator in the remittance market.
- **Laser Focus on Immigrants**: The company's entire product suite is designed around the immigrant experience (multi-currency wallets, requests, eSIM) rather than being a general money transfer app.
- **Speed**: "Usually delivered in minutes" — faster than traditional remittance services.
- **Strong Backing**: A large, high-quality investor base (45 investors) and strategic partnerships (Visa, ClearBank) provide a solid moat.
- **Experienced Team**: Team members come from top companies including Monzo, Opera, Kraken, Kaufland, Uber, and Andela.

## Strategic Focus
- **Global Expansion**: Explicit focus on entering China, South Asia, and other key corridors for immigrants.
- **Product Ecosystem**: Moving beyond simple transfers into multi-currency wallets, payment requests, and mobile connectivity (eSIM).
- **Scale Infrastructure**: Hiring key leadership (VP of Growth, Head of Finance & Business Intelligence, VP of Cards) to professionalize operations and build for scale.
- **Partnerships**: Deepening relationships with Visa and banks to expand reach and capabilities.

## Why Work Here
- **Remote/Hybrid/Office**: The company supports a hybrid and remote work model. Offices in Oakland (US), London (UK), and Toronto (Canada).
- **Culture & Perks**: Described as a high-growth, mission-driven environment building a product for a tangible impact on immigrants' lives.
- **Team Size & Growth**: The company is on a strong growth trajectory (from 121 to 300 employees in a short period), offering significant upside for early employees.
- **Engineering & Product Focus**: The team includes roles like VP of Cards and Head of Infrastructure, suggesting a strong technical spine.
- **Diverse Locations**: Opportunities to work in Canada, the UK, the US, Nigeria, and the Philippines, reflecting a truly global operation.

## Sources
1. [lemfi.com](https://lemfi.com/)
2. [lemfi.com/en-at/about](https://lemfi.com/en-at/about)
3. [jobs.ashbyhq.com/lemfi](https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/lemfi)
4. [builtin.com/company/lemfi](https://builtin.com/company/lemfi)
5. [pitchbook.com/profiles/company/458201-62](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/458201-62)

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