Head of Finance

Taptap Send

Employer Active

Posted 6 hrs ago

Experience

8 - 13 Years

Education

Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Not Mentioned

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities


Role overview

Play a key role in shaping the GCC regional finance function for a Taptap Send, acting as the approved finance officer and primary liaison for regulators on financial matters. Own all aspects of global financial regulatory reporting, monitor regulatory capital requirements, drive financial compliance, and support the company's expanding operations with scalable financial leadership.

Key responsibilities

  • Oversee all financial regulatory reporting across the GCC entities and Group, including preparation, analysis, and timely submission to relevant regulatory bodies (e.g., DFSA) in line with local GAAP/US GAAP/IFRS.
  • Monitor and manage regulatory capital and liquidity requirements across jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with prudential rules.
  • Be the appointed and approved Finance Officer for UAE and other GCC entities: review, implement, and maintain up-to-date accounting processes, systems, and finance policies aligned with local and Group standards.
  • Lead audit coordination, including preparation of annual statutory financial statements, interaction with external and internal auditors in the area, and delivery of mandatory year-end reports.
  • Support regional leadership team in capital allocation and strategic financial decisions.
  • Develop and maintain robust relationships with regulators, auditors, banks, and strategic partners; track regulatory updates and evolving fintech requirements across GCC markets.
  • In coordination with the Group finance function, advice on process improvements to strengthen financial controls and drive scalability and operational efficiency across the GCC.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CPA or equivalent). Minimum 8 years' post-qualified experience in finance leadership with a focus on regulatory reporting, capital management, and audit. Experience in fintech, banking, or financial services is highly desirable. Hands-on experience with local regulatory frameworks (e.g. DFSA) and international reporting standards (IFRS, US GAAP, local GAAP). Fluent English required. Proven stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills with regulators and internal leadership. Experience in a scale-up or high-growth environment is desirable, with the ability to adapt and take on broader finance responsibilities.

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Head Of Finance

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