Client Overview

TapTap Send, a high-growth, PE backed FinTech scaleup, partnered with us to strengthen their finance team over five years as they evolved from an early stage startup into a dynamic industry leader. Amid their rapid international expansion, they required a Head of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) to provide strategic financial leadership under the CFO.

Challenge‍

The role demanded a candidate with:

• Expertise in financial strategy within the FinTech/startup space.
• Experience managing complex international growth.
• A strong background in investment banking or M&A.

However, the combination of these skills exceeded the initial budget, requiring adjustments to align market realities with business priorities.

Solution‍

Using our deep FinTech expertise, we:

• Leveraged our extensive network and conducted targeted market mapping.
• Consulted with the client to balance their skillset priorities against the budget.
• Expanded the search to include exceptional candidates who surpassed initial requirements.

Outcome

‍We submitted three carefully selected candidates who exemplified both technical excellence and cultural alignment. The standout candidate, with experience in investment banking and multiple high growth FinTechs, exceeded expectations, bringing critical expertise in M&A and strategic financial leadership. After a rigorous interview process, the candidate was offered the Head of FP&A role. The process was completed in just four weeks, saving the client significant time and resources.

Impact

This placement not only met but exceeded the client’s needs, equipping TapTap Send with a leader capable of steering their ambitious growth. The success underscored the value of a flexible, consultative approach to senior hiring and strengthened our trusted partnership with the client.