Finance Manager

Location: KSA

Reporting to: VP of Finance and Ops

Who we Are - AstroLabs, the Gulf’s leading Business Expansion Platform

At AstroLabs, we specialize in facilitating high-growth companies' entry into the Saudi and UAE markets. We offer comprehensive growth services including business setup, co-working spaces, and recruitment, alongside programs developed with government and leading private sector partners to strengthen key regional sectors.

As the market leader (we’ve recently celebrated expanding 850+ companies to the UAE and 600+ companies to KSA), , we are on a journey of digitizing this industry - and we’d like you to be a part of making this happen by joining our team in Saudi Arabia! Our vibrant Riyadh office serves as the heart of our organization, hosting over half of our workforce. 

Our culture is Ambitious, Supportive, Outcome-oriented and Driven by curiosity.

Who you are

We're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to oversee and manage the financial operations for KSA, UAE and Lebanon, ensuring that financial objectives are consistently achieved. 

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial analysis, reporting, and cash flow management and a keen eye for risk management, tax compliance, and process improvement. 

In this role, you will lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering capability building and ensuring strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will also support the VP of Finance and Ops in strategic planning, providing insights to support informed decision-making and the continued financial health and growth of the organization.

Responsibilities - In this role, you will

• Create and update financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support planning and analysis. Track financial performance and identify areas for improvement

• Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards

• Manage cash flow, including forecasting cash requirements, optimizing cash balances, and ensuring adequate liquidity to meet financial obligations

• Identify and manage financial risks, including market, credit, operational, and legal risks. Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.

• Ensure compliance with tax laws and regulations and develop tax planning strategies for KSA, UAE and other GCC countries to optimize tax positions

• Develop and maintain a high-performing finance team that includes remote and in-person team members, and provide leadership and guidance to ensure that financial objectives are achieved

• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including lenders, investors, and regulatory authorities. Communicate financial performance and strategy to stakeholders

• Continuously improve finance processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency and effectiveness

• Contribute to the development of the organization's overall strategy and informed decisions by providing financial insight and analysis

• Perform other duties as assigned by the VP of Finance & Ops

Your Technical and Interpersonal Skills:

• You are able to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders, including executives, team members, and external partners

• You inspire and motivate your team to achieve financial objectives, while also leading by example through work ethic and behavior

• You can delegate tasks, provide guidance, and foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment

• You are detail oriented and have the ability to spot errors or discrepancies in financial reports

• You are able to identify problems and find solutions that balance financial objectives with organizational goals

• You operate with a high level of integrity, ensuring transparency and honesty in all financial dealings

• You are adaptable  to new challenges and opportunities

• You have a strong desire for self-improvement and continuously enhance your financial knowledge and skills. You seek professional development opportunities and stay up to date with industry best practices

Your Key Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting

• 10 years of experience in finance roles, of which min. 3 years in a Finance Manager role.

• English and Arabic fluency