VP of FP&A and Investor Relations

Foodics is seeking a commercially minded, analytical, and technology-forward finance leader to serve as the VP of FP&A and Investor Relations. This strategic role will partner with the CFO, CEO, Board, and leadership team to translate performance into decisions, manage investor relationships, and build a scalable, AI-enabled FP&A function.

Foodics is the leading restaurant operations and payment tech provider in the MENA region, powering over 30,000 restaurants with an all-in-one software ecosystem. Join us on our mission to help restaurant operators thrive.

Looking for a strategic finance leader to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Apply now to reimagine an industry where every F&B business can succeed.

Company Overview

Foodics is a leading restaurant management ecosystem and payment tech provider founded in 2014, with headquarters in Riyadh and offices across the UAE, Egypt, Jordan, and Kuwait. We serve customers in over 35 countries and have processed over 6 billion orders, making us one of the fastest-growing SaaS companies in MENA. We recently raised $170 million in a major SaaS funding round.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Professional Qualification Mandatory (CMA or CFA)
• Experience: 12-15+ years of relevant experience

Key Responsibilities

• Own annual budgeting, long-range planning, rolling forecasts, and reforecast cycles.
• Lead monthly performance reviews across key financial and operating metrics.
• Translate results into concise executive insights and recommendations.
• Build driver-based financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic decisions.
• Serve as a senior finance partner to various departments, challenging assumptions and optimizing resource allocation.
• Evaluate strategic initiatives, new products, and M&A opportunities.
• Upgrade FP&A systems, reporting, and automation for scalability.
• Prepare Board decks, investor updates, and ad-hoc materials for external stakeholders.
• Manage the capital-raise narrative and supporting documentation.
• Track investor sentiment, market trends, and comparable company performance.
• Coordinate due diligence processes with investors, auditors, and advisors.
• Utilize AI tools like Claude for performance analysis, scenario modeling, and automation.

Requirements

• 12-15+ years of relevant experience in FP&A, commercial finance, business finance, or strategic finance with leadership responsibility.
• Professional qualification is mandatory: active CMA certification or CFA charter.
• Demonstrated strong understanding of SaaS and Fintech industries, including recurring revenue economics, retention, churn, unit economics, payments economics, margins, and key operating drivers.
• Demonstrated current and sophisticated use of AI (e.g., Claude) in day-to-day finance work.
• Direct partnership with senior executives and experience presenting to Executive Committee/Board/investor audiences.
• Advanced Excel/Google Sheets; BI, SQL, planning tool, and finance automation experience are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation packages, including bonuses and potential for shares.
• Prioritize personal development with regular training and an annual learning stipend.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 14 countries.
• Gain valuable experience in an exciting, hyper-growth industry.
• Autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals creating incredible opportunities.