Chief Accountant

Genome is a fully digital financial platform that delivers everything users expect from traditional banking, faster, safer, and online. We are a Lithuania-based Electronic Money Institution licensed by the Bank of Lithuania, serving both businesses and individuals, primarily across the EU and beyond.

Our platform offers a wide range of services, including dedicated IBAN accounts, payment processing, currency exchange, and local and international transfers (SEPA and SWIFT). Clients can manage their finances through a smart, intuitive dashboard available on desktops, as well as mobile apps for iOS and Android.

Genome is looking for a Chief Accountant!

Accounting & Compliance Excellence

• Maintain full accounting compliance with company policies, IFRS, and Bank of Lithuania reporting standards.
• Develop, approve, and continuously optimize accounting workflows to scale alongside Genome’s growth.
• Supervise daily financial operations, including administrative accounting, tax assessments, and timely tax filings.
• Act as a key participant in our "4-eyes principle," approving and creating systemic payment transactions within the Genome platform.

Regulatory Reporting & Audit Management

• Take full ownership of financial compliance regarding Bank of Lithuania audit and regulatory procedures.
• Stay ahead of legislative shifts and new BoL requirements, proactively initiating operational changes and preparing precise regulatory submissions.
• Lead the end-to-end preparation for external financial audits, championing internal control improvements whenever opportunities are identified.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, nurture, and lead a center of excellence within our finance department.
• Define clear goals, guide individual performance, and foster a strong culture of work ethics, precision, and commitment.

• You bring 5+ years of overall experience in a senior accounting role, with at least 3+ years specifically in the Fintech/EMI sector (a must).
• You possess a deep, hands-on understanding of IFRS and Bank of Lithuania reporting requirements.
• You hold a higher education degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics.
• You are comfortable working with modern, automated ERP systems (experience with Dynamics 365 Business Central is highly valued).
• You have a proven track record of managing, mentoring, and developing finance professionals.
• You have an exceptional ability to absorb complex information quickly, paired with sharp attention to detail and proactive problem-solving skills.
• You are fluent in both Lithuanian and English (our primary working languages).

• We offer flexible working hours (you can start your day between 7.00 - 10.00 and finish it accordingly).
• After a successful probation period we offer 6 days from home per month and you may use these days in any way that best suits your needs throughout the month.
• In our new office in Vilnius, start your day with a snack and a freshly brewed cup of coffee.
• We care about our employees' health so we provide medical insurance after a successful probation period.
• To support your physical and mental wellness, we partially compensate for sports activities (gyms, pools, clubs, etc.) and therapy sessions.
• We support your career growth and encourage you to consider open internal positions or you can refer a good candidate and get a referral bonus.
• We have smaller celebrations in our office (Company birthday, other memorable days and team building with your team).

Compensation

Salary: from €5,300 gross monthly*

*Final compensation will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, skills and previous experience.