Head of Finance, GCC at Taptap Send

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

  • 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 (inferred: accounting processes, systems, regulatory reporting, and compliance in GCC/fintech contexts)

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, 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, advise on process improvements to strengthen financial controls and drive scalability and operational efficiency across the GCC

Skills

Financial Planning
Strategic Finance
Fintech
Cross-Border Payments
Financial Modeling
Leadership
Startup Finance
GCC Management

Taptap Send

Facilitates cross-border mobile money transfers

About Taptap Send

Taptap Send facilitates mobile money transfers across borders, primarily targeting individuals in the UK, EU, US, Canada, and UAE who wish to send money to family and friends in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Users can complete transactions easily by providing the recipient's name and mobile number, allowing funds to be deposited instantly into the recipient's mobile money wallet. This process eliminates the need for physical visits to money transfer agents and significantly reduces waiting times for recipients. Taptap Send operates in the remittance market, generating revenue through transaction fees and favorable exchange rates, making it a cost-effective alternative to traditional money transfer services. The company's goal is to provide a fast, secure, and affordable way to send money internationally, using technology to simplify the transfer process.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters
2018Year Founded
$76.3MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Professional Development Budget

Risks

Regulatory compliance issues in Ghana could disrupt operations in other countries.
The introduction of 'Charities' may divert focus from core remittance services.
Reliance on transaction fees and exchange rates is threatened by competitors offering lower fees.

Differentiation

Taptap Send offers instant deposits into mobile wallets, enhancing user convenience.
The platform focuses on underserved markets, providing financial inclusion opportunities.
Taptap Send's user-friendly interface requires only a recipient's name and mobile number.

Upsides

Increased smartphone penetration in Africa and Asia expands Taptap Send's potential user base.
The global remittance market is projected to grow, boosting demand for Taptap Send's services.
Partnerships with platforms like CompareRemit broaden Taptap Send's audience and transparency.

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