Head of Finance

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Abu Dhabi; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-growing adtech startup redefining brand connections with gamers through innovative audio ads. As the Head of Finance, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping corporate strategies, overseeing financial operations, and leading fundraising efforts. This position offers exposure to international markets and the chance to grow with a dynamic team committed to sustainable innovation. If you have a strong background in finance within tech or AdTech, exceptional leadership skills, and a passion for driving impact, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Equity

Fast-paced work environment

Exposure to international markets

Growth opportunities in innovative space

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Head of Finance in high-growth tech or AdTech.
• Expert in financial modelling and managing budgeting processes.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in mentoring finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with CEO and CTO during fundraising cycles.
• Establish controls to minimize risk and ensure compliance.
• Communicate financial health to potential investors.

Skills

Financial Modelling

Budget Management

International Finance Operations

AdTech Monetisation Models

Leadership Skills

Investor Relations

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualification

MBA or Strategic Finance Training

Tools

Xero

Netsuite

Quickbooks

Looker

Chargebee

Job description

My client is a fast-growing adtech startup redefining how brands connect with gamers through non-intrusive in-game audio ads. Backed by Google and other leading VCs, they operate globally with a passionate team committed to innovation, impact, and sustainable growth.

Your new role

As the Head of Finance, you will work closely with our CEO and CTO during fundraising cycles and will be a key player in the overall corporate direction, strategies, and success of the business.

Additionally, you will establish controls and processes that minimize risk and ensure our financial and legal compliance. You must be able to communicate the company’s financial health and growth to potential investors.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience as a Head of Finance, VP Finance, or CFO within a high-growth tech or AdTech company, ideally leading through a successful Series A and preparing for Series B or later-stage funding.
• Expert-level financial modelling skills, including revenue forecasting, cash flow, and balance sheet planning across global entities and business units.
• Strong track record of managing budgeting processes, setting and enforcing divisional budgets, and driving accountability across cross-functional teams.
• Hands-on experience with international finance operations, including US, UK, and MENA regions, covering tax, audit, compliance, FX, and multi-entity consolidations.
• In-depth knowledge of AdTech monetisation models and revenue flows, such as CPM, CPI, and programmatic trading; understanding of key industry metrics (e.g., ROAS, eCPM, LTR).
• Demonstrated success in managing working capital cycles, ensuring timely collections from advertisers and on-time payouts to publishers/developers.
• Skilled in preparing board and investor materials, including KPIs, financial narratives, and investor updates, with experience supporting due diligence and equity/debt raises.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with experience building and mentoring finance teams in fast-paced, resource-constrained environments.
• Familiarity with finance systems (e.g., Xero, Netsuite, Quickbooks, Looker, Chargebee, or similar) and the ability to implement and optimise tools to support scale.
• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent finance qualification preferred; MBA or additional strategic finance training is a plus.

What you'll get in return

• A fast-paced, high-growth work environment.
• Equity.
• Exposure to international markets and cross-functional teams.
• The opportunity to grow with a company that’s innovating in the gaming and audio advertising space.