Head of Finance

About Us Ankorstore exists to help independent brands and retailers thrive by making wholesale simpler, faster, and more profitable. We’re building the infrastructure that powers modern wholesale for brands — from getting discovered by the right retailers to ordering, logistics, and financing — so both sides can work together on better, more sustainable terms. We are looking for a Head of Finance to help scale Ankorstore as a category-defining European wholesale marketplace. As a key member of the Leadership Team (LT), you will own Ankorstore's full financial strategy and operations, partnering closely with the CEO and senior leadership to drive growth, financial discipline, and long-term value creation. You will lead three specialised teams, Payment & Fraud, FP&A, and Accounting, and will act as the principal financial architect for a company operating at the intersection of marketplace dynamics and B2B commerce. This role requires someone who combines strong financial leadership with operational intensity, strategic thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-moving, multicultural environment. Main Responsibilities Own Ankorstore's Financial Strategy & Planning • Define and execute the global financial strategy in alignment with the company's growth ambitions • Lead financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning across all services • Own management reporting and board-level financial narratives • Build and maintain scalable financial systems, controls, and operational processes Lead Three Finance Teams • Payment & Fraud : Oversee payment infrastructure, fraud prevention frameworks, and chargeback management in close collaboration with Product & Tech • FP&A : Drive business partnering, performance analysis, and investment decision support across the organisation • Accounting : Ensure timely and accurate close processes, statutory reporting, tax compliance, and audit readiness • Coach, develop, and retain top finance talent; foster a high-perf…