Head of Finance

Get to know Us:

We are on a mission to revolutionise access to global financial opportunities through digital assets.

Hata, as a licensed digital asset platform that is regulated and supervised by both Securities Commission of Malaysia and the Labuan Financial Services Authority, provides innovative online spot trading to both retail and institutional clients globally to access opportunities in the digital asset space.

Our team is composed of experienced professionals from PwC, Luno, JP Morgan, Nokia, Huawei and Grab. Powered by our mission to provide the safest & most reliable gateway to access digital assets, we adopt a customer-first approach by operating a compliant platform that is safe and easy to use for our customers.

We have big dreams to achieve and providing a safe and easy to use platform for people in our region is merely the first step. If you have big ambitions, help build our new digital asset platform with us.

Get to know the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Head of Finance to lead our financial operations in a fast-growing digital asset and fintech environment. This role will oversee treasury management, financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and strategic financial planning while ensuring strong governance across the organization.

The ideal candidate combines traditional finance expertise with strong knowledge of digital assets and blockchain ecosystems, and thrives in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

Key Responsibilities

Crypto Treasury & Liquidity Management

• Oversee daily treasury operations across fiat and digital asset balances.
• Manage wallet controls, liquidity across exchanges, and counterparty risk exposure.
• Develop strategies to optimize capital deployment and yield opportunities while maintaining prudent risk management.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reconciliation of digital asset movements across internal systems and blockchain networks.

Financial Operations & Reporting

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
• Prepare management reports and financial performance updates for senior leadership and the board.
• Establish and maintain accounting policies for digital assets, including valuation and revenue recognition.
• Ensure readiness for statutory audits and financial reporting requirements.

Regulatory Compliance & Tax

• Ensure compliance with relevant tax obligations and crypto-related taxable events.
• Oversee regulatory reporting requirements and work closely with compliance teams on AML/KYC obligations.
• Monitor developments in global digital asset regulations and ensure financial processes remain compliant.

Strategic Financial Planning

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives to support company growth.
• Develop financial models to evaluate new product initiatives such as tokenization or DeFi integrations.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Team Leadership

• Build and lead a high-performing finance team in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
• Establish strong internal controls and governance frameworks.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to drive operational and financial excellence.

The Must-Have:

• 8–12+ years of experience in senior finance roles within fintech, financial services, or digital asset companies.
• Strong understanding of crypto markets, blockchain transactions, and digital asset treasury management.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CFA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.

Our Culture:

At Hata, we strongly advocate for on-site work as our preferred mode of operation, prioritising the benefits of in-person collaboration and communication to promote a productive work environment. We are a forward-thinking and ambitious team that promotes equal opportunities, values diversity, hard work, and thrives on the continuous quest for excellence. If you’re looking for a work environment that appreciates hard work, does not tolerate office politics, and rewards deserving employees equally, Hata is the place for you.