Head of Finance - R&D

Jobgether; España; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Professional development

Conference access

Autonomy in role

Founders collaboration

Cross-functional exposure

Job summary

Jobgether partner is seeking a strategic and hands-on Head of Finance - R&D based in Spain to oversee financial infrastructure and treasury across international tech ventures.

You will shape a multi-entity banking network, optimize liquidity, manage FX and regulatory compliance, and build scalable finance processes while leading a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in senior finance leadership (CFO/Head of Treasury).
• Experience opening corporate bank accounts and setting up payment processes.
• Deep AML/KYC knowledge and cross-border regulatory awareness.
• Experience managing multi-currency funds and FX exposure.
• Strong negotiation skills with banks, legal advisors and providers.
• Advanced English (C1/C2) and autonomous leadership in international settings.
• Strategic thinking and ability to work with founders and executives.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead multi-jurisdictional banking network for international businesses.
• Oversee treasury, liquidity management, and cross-border transfers.
• Drive FX optimization, transaction costs, and payment tooling.
• Ensure KYC/AML compliance and regulatory alignment across entities.
• Build scalable treasury processes and lead the finance operations team.
• Collaborate with founders on unit economics, ROI modeling and investment decisions.

Skills

CFO/Head of Finance

Treasury / Cash Management

AML/KYC Knowledge

FX & Cross-border

Banking Partnerships

Leadership

English proficiency

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Head of Finance - R&D based in Spain.

We are looking for a strategic and hands-on finance leader to oversee the financial and banking infrastructure of a portfolio of fast-growing international technology businesses.
In this role, you will shape a multi-jurisdictional banking network, strengthen payment operations, and manage complex treasury activities across multiple entities.
You will drive liquidity management, optimize foreign exchange and transaction costs, and ensure reliable cross-border financial flows.
Working closely with founders and senior leaders, you will contribute to financial strategy, business performance, and investment decisions.
You will also build scalable treasury and finance processes from the ground up while developing a high-performing operational team.
This is an opportunity to take full ownership of a complex financial ecosystem and support the growth of ambitious digital businesses in a dynamic, international environment.

Accountabilities

As Head of Finance - R&D, you will lead the development and management of the financial infrastructure, treasury operations, and banking partnerships supporting international technology businesses. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Banking and Payment Infrastructure

  • Design and implement a flexible, multi-jurisdictional banking network for international digital businesses operating under demanding compliance requirements.

  • Identify, negotiate with, and onboard strategic financial partners, including leading banks, Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs), Payment Service Providers (PSPs), custodians, and financial platforms.

  • Negotiate favorable commercial terms, including transaction fees, payment terms, foreign exchange rates, and hedging instruments.

  • Establish backup banking relationships and alternative payment channels to ensure uninterrupted transaction processing.

• Treasury and Liquidity Management

  • Manage multi-currency liquidity, working capital, cash pooling, and treasury operations across a group of legal entities.

  • Oversee complex international transfers through SWIFT, SEPA, ACH, and other payment networks, prioritizing speed, security, and cost efficiency.

  • Monitor and reduce treasury expenses, including FX spreads, acquiring fees, and banking charges.

• Compliance, KYC, and Regulatory Strategy

  • Coordinate banking due diligence and maintain effective communication with bank compliance and risk teams.

  • Ensure the long-term stability of banking relationships and payment flows.

  • Support financial restructuring, corporate changes, and related banking and compliance requirements.

• Financial Systems and Executive Partnership

  • Build integrated treasury and financial processes from the ground up.

  • Partner with founders and senior leadership on unit economics, ROI analysis, and financial modeling.

  • Recruit, lead, and develop the treasury and operational finance team.

Requirements

The ideal candidate combines senior finance leadership experience with strong expertise in international treasury operations, banking infrastructure, and financial compliance. You should bring:

• At least 5 years of experience as a CFO, VP of Finance, or Head of Treasury in fast-growing businesses.

• A proven track record of opening corporate bank accounts and establishing efficient payment processes.

• Deep knowledge of international AML/KYC principles, cross-border compliance, and regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.

• Practical experience managing multi-currency funds, foreign exchange exposure, financial settlement instruments, and transaction cost optimization.

• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to manage complex relationships with banks, legal advisors, and financial service providers.

• Advanced English proficiency (C1/C2), with the ability to lead detailed, persuasive negotiations independently.

• Strong strategic thinking, financial judgment, and the ability to operate autonomously in a fast-paced, international environment.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with founders and executive stakeholders.

Benefits

• High level of autonomy: Full ownership of the financial and banking infrastructure, with minimal unnecessary bureaucracy.

• Meaningful business impact: Direct involvement in launching and scaling new technology businesses serving millions of users.

• Strong professional environment: Collaboration with experienced founders and talented engineering and marketing professionals.

• Dedicated platform support: Access to more than 10 specialized teams providing expertise in recruitment, communications, finance, legal matters, and other operational areas.

• Founder community: Opportunities to exchange practical knowledge and experience with entrepreneurs who have successfully launched multiple businesses.

• Professional communities: Access to internal groups focused on product, marketing, engineering, and payments.

• Learning and development: Training programs, professional courses, and opportunities to attend industry conferences.

• Healthcare: Medical insurance.

• Social impact: The opportunity to contribute to initiatives supporting recovery and addressing the consequences of the war in Ukraine.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

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