Head of Finance – Lead Financial Strategy for Fast‑Growing Digital Business

About the role

This senior finance position is based in Mexico and will be the first in‑house finance leader for a fast‑growing, consumer‑focused digital business. You will design and scale the financial backbone, turning finance into a proactive strategic partner that informs top‑level decisions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead financial modeling, forecasting, strategic planning, growth projections, scenario modeling, headcount planning and cash‑flow management.
• Own budgeting processes and provide leadership with clear visibility into financial trade‑offs, risks and performance drivers.
• Maintain investor‑ready financial models, reporting structures and board materials to support fundraising and strategic discussions.
• Oversee inventory accounting, cost controls and reconciliation across revenue, expenses, cash flow and COGS.
• Strengthen financial visibility into profitability, margins and unit economics while ensuring accurate, timely reporting.
• Establish robust financial controls, audit‑ready processes and reliable month‑end close procedures in compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with department leaders to align budgets, monitor spend and improve financial decision‑making.
• Develop contingency and scenario planning frameworks (Plan B/Plan C) to support business resilience.
• Serve as the organization’s financial “source of truth,” consolidating and standardising financial data and reporting systems.

Required profile

• 5‑10+ years of experience in finance, FP&A, accounting or operational finance, preferably in high‑growth or startup environments.
• Strong expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, budgeting and strategic financial planning.
• Proven experience managing inventory‑heavy or product‑based financial operations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and experience with ERP/accounting systems such as NetSuite, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Strong accounting foundation; CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Ability to balance strategic advisory responsibilities with hands‑on financial execution.

Required skills

• Excel / Google Sheets
• NetSuite
• QuickBooks
• Sage