Senior Finance Executive

Company Description

Algbra is a digital ethical finance platform focused on revolutionizing how communities manage their money through first-class technology and a community-first approach. The company delivers sustainable and inclusive financial services supported by a values-based ecosystem and a world-class operational team. Algbra's state-of-the-art technology architecture is strengthened by a strategic network of tier 1 global partners and leading regulatory infrastructure. Operating at the intersection of values, finance, and technology, Algbra is shaping the next generation of financial services and impact-driven innovation.

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Finance Executive based in Malaysia to support our UK Finance Team, playing a key role in ensuring accurate, timely and efficient financial operations across the group. This role is ideal for someone with strong accounts payable experience, solid full-set accounting knowledge, and a mindset focused on continuous improvement and automation.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable & Payments (Primary Focus)

• Process purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments accurately and on a timely basis
• Prepare and operate bi-monthly payment runs, ensuring all supporting documentation is complete, reviewed and properly filed
• Set up and input payments across various banking portals and payment platforms
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Reconciliations & Financial Control

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Complete daily Mastercard settlement reconciliations and investigate variances
• Reconcile settlement and deposit accounts, including Mastercard, Shoal, Stripe & Trust accounts
• Maintain trackers for saving deposits and settlements, ensuring completeness and accuracy

Month-End & Accounting Support

• Support monthly financial close activities, with a clear understanding of double-entry accounting and the impact on P&L and Balance Sheet
• Assist with accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support preparation of year-end financial statements and statutory audits

Payroll, AR & Other Support

• Assist with monthly payroll processing and related reconciliations
• Support accounts receivable activities, including raising sales invoices and monitoring collections
• Provide ad-hoc support to the wider finance team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations

Process Improvement & Systems

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and efficiency through automation and better use of systems
• Support improvements to finance workflows as the business scales

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Experience handling full set of accounts and month-end close is a strong advantage
• Solid accounts payable experience, including payment runs and reconciliations
• Familiarity with accounting software such as Xero or similar
• Proficient in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Good understanding of UK VAT rules is an added advantage
• Highly organised, proactive and able to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to understand the wider financial impact of transactions
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative team player
• Curious mindset with a desire to continuously improve processes and systems

Why Join Algbra

• Flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home
• Exposure to UK-based counterparties and UK company finance operations
• Opportunity to grow with a scaling fintech and financial services business
• Autonomy to improve processes and reduce manual workload through automation
• Collaborative and supportive team across the UK and Malaysia

At Algbra, we care deeply about our community and the impact we create. If you're looking for a role where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a values-driven fintech, we'd love to hear from you.