Finance Director / Head of Finance
İstanbul
Accounting & Finance /
Full-time /
On-site
AppNation was founded in 2021 with a mission to develop world-class, AI-powered mobile applications that make a lasting impact on millions of users. We are the creators of Genie, Fotorama, and Arch, delivering innovative solutions that enhance everyday experiences.
Our apps have consistently ranked among the top charts in over 30 countries, reaching more than 50 million users worldwide. Recognized by Apple on the App Store, we continue to push the boundaries of innovation in the mobile tech industry. For a talented, driven, and collaborative individual, working at AppNation is a chance to learn, make an impact, and accelerate your career at an exceptional pace. That’s our promise.
What You’ll Do
- Lead Financial Strategy: Define and execute strategies aligned with our ambitious growth plans.
- Own Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely delivery of all internal and external financial reporting.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Oversee forecasting cycles and lead annual/quarterly planning processes.
- Performance Analysis: Deliver both backward- and forward-looking insights to drive business performance.
- Business Partnering: Work closely with founders and business leaders to align financial and strategic decisions.
- Profitability Oversight: Monitor unit economics and segment profitability, optimizing for long-term value.
- Cash Flow Management: Manage liquidity, runway, and capital efficiency in a high-growth environment.
- Internal Portfolio Oversight: Oversee financial operations across AppNation’s internal product lines.
- Controls & Governance: Strengthen financial processes and internal controls. IFRS knowledge is a plus, but real-world financial rigor matters most.
- Banking Relationships: Manage and establish relationships with banks and financial institutions.
- Due Diligence: Support potential partnership evaluations with robust financial analysis.
- Team Leadership: Build and lead the finance function with a long-term mindset, including future hiring.
What We Look For
- Experience: 10+ years in finance, ideally in both startups and either Big Four or banking. Exposure to fast-scaling companies is a big plus.
- Team Leadership: You’ve built, led, or scaled finance teams and know what great looks like.
- Mobile/Tech Familiarity: Experience in mobile apps or digital consumer products is a plus.
- Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect financial data to big-picture thinking.
- Operational Strength: You can roll up your sleeves to get things done while staying strategic.
- Financial Acumen: Strong grasp of reporting, planning, profitability, and working capital management.
- Due Diligence: You’ve been involved in DD processes.
- Communication: Clear, concise communicator who can speak fluently with both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Tools Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills and a strong understanding of modern finance tech stacks.
What We Offer
- Impact from Day One. You’ll be shaping financial strategy and structure from the core.
- Room to Grow. This role is designed for someone ready to take on high-level responsibility and grow fast.
- People-first Culture. Small, highly capable teams who move fast and support each other.
- Competitive compensation. Above-market salaries, tied to the value you create.
- Perks & Benefits. WFH Wednesdays, private health insurance, relocation support, birthday leave, and continuous learning support.
The Recruitment Process
We’ve designed a rigorous yet rewarding process to find the best fit for both you and our team:
1. Application Review: We’ll carefully assess your CV and experience.
2. First Interview: A 30-minute online interview with our People & Culture team to discuss your background, goals, and alignment with our mission.
3. Case Study or Technical Interview: A practical assignment to demonstrate your expertise and problem-solving skills (depending on experience level)
4. Team Interview :Meet with the founders to discuss your vision, aspirations, and how we can grow together.
5. CEO Interview: A one-on-one conversation with our CEO to discuss alignment on vision, culture, and long-term goals.
6. Final Decision: We’ll get back to you within a few days with our decision
Before You Apply
At AppNation, we set ambitious goals and demand the best from ourselves and each other. This creates a fast-paced, challenging environment that offers unparalleled opportunities for growth, achievement, and learning.
We value passion, potential, and a willingness to grow. If this role excites you and you believe you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t check every box.
