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Director of Finance, EMEA

Switzerland, Lugano · Job Posted February 17, 2026
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Blockstream is seeking a Director of Finance, EMEA to lead regional finance operations from our European headquarters in Lugano. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing accounting, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, treasury coordination, statutory compliance, and operational finance across the EMEA region.

Job Responsibility

  • Serve as the senior finance leader for the EMEA region, partnering closely with the CFO, Corporate Controller and MD Europe on strategy, execution, and financial decision-making
  • Act as a trusted advisor to regional leadership on financial performance, risk, and resource allocation
  • Own EMEA accounting operations, including general ledger, AR/AP, payroll coordination, intercompany accounting, local tax and statutory reporting
  • Lead and execute the regional month-end and quarter-end close process, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with global close timelines
  • Act as final regional reviewer for statutory accounts, audit deliverables, and management reporting prior to global consolidation
  • Ensure compliance with IFRS, local statutory requirements, and alignment with Group GAAP / PCAOB reporting standards
  • Lead EMEA budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities in coordination with global FP&A
  • Analyze actuals vs. budget, explain variances, and deliver actionable insights to management
  • Oversee regional cash flow planning, working capital management, and coordination with global treasury
  • Support revenue recognition analysis under IFRS 15 / ASC 606 for regional contracts
  • Review non-standard contracts in partnership with Legal and global finance to ensure appropriate accounting treatment
  • Assist with equity, intercompany, and other complex accounting matters as needed
  • Serve as primary EMEA point of contact for external auditors, local statutory auditors, and advisors
  • Support global audit processes, including PCAOB readiness and internal controls documentation
  • Maintain strong internal controls and assist with SOX-aligned processes where applicable
  • Oversee regional tax compliance, filings, and coordination with external tax advisors
  • Ensure timely completion of statutory accounts and regulatory filings across EMEA jurisdictions
  • Build, manage, and develop the EMEA finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Partner with HR and global finance leadership on hiring, org design, and capability building
  • Operate hands-on within current ERP and reporting environment, including direct system use where required
  • Partner with global finance on ERP optimization, close acceleration, reporting standardization and automation initiatives
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues, manual workarounds, and process gaps across EMEA

Requirements

  • Proven experience leading finance or accounting functions in a regional or international environment
  • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and solid understanding of US GAAP
  • Familiarity with multiple financial and regulatory regimes, including Switzerland, Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands
  • Experience with revenue recognition, contract accounting, and multi-entity structures
  • Demonstrated ability to manage audits, internal controls, and statutory compliance
  • Strong business partnering skills and ability to work across cultures and functions
  • Comfortable operating in both strategic and hands-on execution modes
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Minimum 8+ years of progressive finance / accounting experience, including leadership roles in international or EMEA regional organizations
  • Working knowledge of NetSuite
  • Languages: fluency in English and Italian
  • professional working proficiency in German, particularly in Swiss business contexts and French preferred

Nice to have

  • Experience in technology, financial infrastructure, or highly regulated industries
  • Exposure to digital asset, blockchain, or crypto-adjacent businesses
  • CPA, ACCA, or equivalent professional certification
  • Big 4 or top-tier public accounting experience

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