GRS Recruitment is working with a fast-scaling tech brand operating across AdTech, MarTech, ConTech, SaaS, and consumer utility apps. We are assisting this global brand in building a world-class finance function to support this growth and are seeking a Head of Finance with strong FP&A, strategic finance, and M&A capabilities. The Head of Finance will serve as the financial backbone of the incubator, overseeing FP&A, accounting governance, investor-grade reporting, audit readiness, and capital strategy. This role combines hands-on financial control with a strategic partnership with the Partner and is ideal for someone who has operated in fast-paced product studios, tech startups, or global multi-entity environments. This role has a clear path toward CFO for the portfolio companies and the broader studio.Do you have previous experience working within App Ecosystem Venture Builder companies in a Senior Finance position?
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Core Financial Management
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Build and maintain integrated 3-statement financial models, DCFs, scenario analyses, and cap-table simulations.
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Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across multiple venture entities.
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Manage cash flow, liquidity planning, and working-capital optimization.
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Ensure accurate and timely GAAP/IFRS accounting, month-end close, revenue recognition, accruals, and cost allocation.
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Oversee internal controls, financial systems, and automation (Excel, Anaplan, or similar).
Strategic Partner to the Partner
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Shape business models across app studios, SaaS products, and new incubations.
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Evaluate unit economics, CAC/LTV, payback modeling, monetization, and scalability.
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Develop scenario plans for best/worst/base cases and support strategic decision-making.
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Design studio-wide KPIs and dashboards identify leading indicators of product and financial performance.
Compliance, Governance & Structuring
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Ensure compliance international entities
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Prepare for and manage external/internal audits, board reviews, and investor diligence.
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Support global entity structuring, and multi-LLC setups.
Capital Strategy & M&A
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Contribute to the app-studio acquisition flywheel – help evaluate, and financial-model potential deals.
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Conduct valuations, synergy analyses, and post-acquisition KPIs.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
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Present insights to Partners and the executive team with executive-ready clarity.
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Mentor junior finance talent as needed over time
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Work with relevant stakeholders to align financial discipline
CANDIDATE PROFILE
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Must have previous experience within App Ecosystem Venture Builder companies in a Senior Finance position
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Extensive experience in Finance, FP&A, Controlling, or Strategic Finance.
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Mastery in financial modelling
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Excellent command of budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance across complex portfolios.
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Strong accounting fundamentals (GAAP/IFRS).
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Experience with multi-entity, multi-currency global operations.
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Deep understanding of unit economics for digital products and mobile apps.
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Ability to define and operationalize KPIs, dashboards, and performance frameworks.
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Strong business judgment and ability to partner closely with a founder/Partner.
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Experience in acquisitions and exits.
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Comfort performing due diligence, valuations, and deal execution.
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Experience in high-volume utility apps, SaaS, or consumer tech is highly preferred.
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Ability to navigate the pace and constraints of lean startups as well as enterprise-grade governance.
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Exceptional communication; executive presence; ability to simplify complexity.
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Creative problem solver able to design financial strategies for product studios.
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Entrepreneurial mindset comfortable in environments with ambiguity, speed, and innovation.
COMPANY BENEFITS
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Flexible remote working environment.
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Competitive salary package.
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Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
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Supportive and innovative company culture.
Due to the high volume of applications received at GRS Recruitment, only shortlisted candidates will be responded to.
To apply for this position, please email your CV to Hayley Buckle, hayley@grsrecruitment.com quoting the above job reference or call +357 25 342 724 for further information.