At Furchild, we are on a mission to transform the pet food industry. We create fresh, human-grade pet food, tailored to the unique nutritional needs of dogs and cats. Since 2016, we’ve become the leading natural pet food subscription service in the UAE, delivering directly to our customers’ doors and helping pets live their healthiest, happiest lives. Founded by passionate pet lovers, we’re now one of the fastest-growing startups in the UAE, with ambitious plans for 2024.
We’re looking for a Head of Finance to join our team and help us shape the future of the pet food industry.
What You’ll Love About Us
- Pet-centric culture: We don’t just love pets – we live for them. If you’re passionate about animals, you’ll fit right in.
- Fast-growing startup: Be part of an exciting, innovative company disrupting the $90 billion global pet food industry.
- Diverse and inclusive workplace: We provide equal opportunity and foster a workplace where everyone is embraced.
- Growth opportunities: We’re expanding fast, and we want you to grow with us.
Position Summary
Furchild is seeking a strategic and operationally strong Head of Finance to lead the financial function through a high-growth phase. The ideal candidate will combine financial leadership, regulatory mastery, and hands-on execution to ensure the business is scalable, compliant, and investor-ready. You will drive budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and internal controls—while building financial partnerships across departments and advising senior leadership on sustainable, data-driven decisions.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Finance & Business Leadership
- Own the financial planning and forecasting process aligned to revenue targets, cost controls, and strategic goals.
- Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to drive growth, profitability, and capital efficiency.
- Evaluate financial risks and support decision-making for new markets, product lines, and strategic investments.
2. Financial Operations & Controls
- Oversee day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including month-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with applicable UAE Tax & Financial laws, coordinate audits and regulatory reporting.
- Maintain a robust control framework that supports growth without compromising compliance or accuracy.
3. Reporting, Analysis & Forecasting
- Produce and present financial statements, management dashboards, and investor-ready reports.
- Lead analysis on profitability, margin contribution by SKU/channel, pricing models, and cost optimization.
- Guide board-level reporting, fundraising discussions, and financial due diligence.
4. Budgeting & Cash Flow
- Lead annual budgeting processes with department heads, including CAPEX and OPEX planning.
- Oversee short- and long-term cash flow forecasting and treasury operations.
- Optimize working capital through inventory, receivables, and payables management.
5. ERP Systems & Automation
- Oversee finance system improvements including ERP, reporting tools, and integration with POS, CRM, and supply chain.
- Promote automation and digitization to improve accuracy, transparency, and speed.
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team with a focus on agility and business partnership.
- Promote a culture of accountability, excellence, and integrity across the finance function.
7. Cross-functional & External Engagement
- Partner closely with Operations, Commercial, and Production on cost planning, vendor contracts, and expansion feasibility.
- Serve as the main point of contact for external auditors, tax advisors, financial institutions, and investors.
Qualifications & Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics (mandatory); CPA, ACCA, CA, CMA or MBA (preferred).
- 12+ years of experience with at least 5 years in a finance leadership role, preferably in FMCG, D2C, manufacturing, or startup environments.
- Deep knowledge of IFRS, UAE Corporate Tax & VAT compliance.
- Experience with ERP systems and financial modelling.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with limited structure.
- High integrity, strategic thinking, and excellent communication.
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