CARMA is a global media intelligence and market research company, delivering real-time insights and strategic analysis to some of the world’s leading brands, governments, and organisations.
  With a presence across MENA, Europe, Asia, and the Americas, CARMA combines advanced analytics, technology, and human expertise to help clients understand reputation, measure performance, and make informed decisions.
  As CARMA continues to scale globally-expanding its product offering, client base, and geographic footprint-the business is focused on building a high-performing, data-driven, and commercially disciplined organisation Role Overview The Head of Finance is a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering CARMA’s global financial strategy, governance, and performance.
  This role acts as a trusted partner to the CFO and Executive Committee, driving financial excellence across all regions, enabling commercial decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls as the business scales.
  The role oversees global finance operations, supports strategic growth (including M&A), and ensures CARMA operates with strong financial discipline, visibility, and accountability.
  Key Responsibilities  Strategic Finance & Leadership  Partner with the Group Head of Finance, and ExCom to define and execute CARMA’s global financial strategy  Translate business strategy into financial plans, forecasts, and performance frameworks  Act as a key advisor on commercial decisions, investments, and growth opportunities  Drive a culture of financial accountability and performance across all regions    Global Financial Planning & Performance  Lead global budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes  Own consolidated financial reporting across all markets, ensuring accuracy and timeliness  Deliver clear insights on revenue, profitability, margins, and cost optimisation opportunities  Establish and track key financial KPIs to drive business performance    Commercial Finance & Business Partnering  Partner with regional MDs and commercial leaders to improve profitability by client, product, and market  Support pricing strategies, contract structuring, and commercial negotiations  Provide visibility on client profitability and resource allocation to maximise returns  Enable data-driven decision-making across Sales, Client Services, and Operations    Governance, Risk & Compliance  Establish and maintain robust global financial controls, policies, and procedures  Ensure compliance with local and international financial, legal, and tax requirements  Oversee statutory reporting and audits across multiple jurisdictions  Strengthen financial governance as the business scales globally    Cash Flow, Treasury & Funding  Oversee global cash flow management and working capital optimisation  Partner with Group Treasury on banking relationships, financing, and liquidity planning  Ensure effective receivables management and strong cash collection practices  Support funding strategies aligned to business growth    Global Finance Operations  Oversee core finance functions including AP, AR, payroll, and financial operations across regions  Drive process improvement, automation, and scalability of finance systems  Ensure consistency and standardisation across global finance practices    Team Leadership & Capability Building  Lead and develop a high-performing global finance team (direct and matrix)  Build capability across regions, ensuring strong financial acumen at leadership levels  Create a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement    M&A, Integration & Transformation  Support financial due diligence, valuation, and execution of acquisitions  Lead financial integration of new entities into CARMA’s operating model  Drive post-acquisition governance, reporting, and performance alignment  Contribute to broader transformation initiatives across finance and the business    Senior finance leader with global/multi-entity experience  UAE & MENA regional experience required Strong commercial mindset with ability to influence senior stakeholders  Proven experience in scaling businesses and improving financial performance  Experience in international environments with complex regulatory landscapes  Background in M&A, integration, or high-growth environments preferred