Finance Manager

About Sanabil Venture Studio

Sanabil Venture Studio builds and launches bold ventures from scratch in partnership with exceptional founders and operators. Backed by Sanabil Investments, we combine capital, talent, and infrastructure to turn high-conviction ideas into scalable businesses across the MENA region. We’re not here to incrementally improve — we’re here to reshape industries and rethink how startups are built. The Opportunity

We’re hiring a

Finance Manager to oversee the financial health of the Studio and its ventures. This role is less about transactional accounting and more about

controlling, reporting, and decision support . Working closely with our external accounting partner, you’ll ensure accurate reporting, manage budgets, and provide financial insights that help the Studio allocate resources effectively and meet investor expectations. This is a high-ownership role for someone who enjoys being both

hands-on and strategic

— shaping financial practices in a fast-paced venture-building environment. What You’ll Do

Serve as

financial controller

for the Studio and its ventures, ensuring reliable reporting and compliance.

Manage

budgets, forecasts, and cash flow planning , highlighting risks and opportunities.

Consolidate and review financial reports from our accounting partner, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Prepare

management reports and dashboards

for leadership and investors.

Support fund-level reporting, including capital deployment, portfolio performance, and investor updates.

Develop and monitor

internal financial controls

to safeguard assets and maintain compliance.

Partner with leadership to support

strategic decisions

on resourcing, venture investments, and cost management.

Drive improvements in financial systems, reporting, and processes to support scaling.

What You Bring

6–10 years of experience in finance, controlling, or FP&A (startup, VC, PE, or consulting experience preferred).

Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and reporting practices.

Experience managing external accounting providers or auditors.

Advanced Excel / financial modeling skills; familiarity with ERP / finance systems is a plus.

Strong analytical and communication skills; able to translate numbers into insights.

Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with multiple stakeholders.

Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA / ACCA / CFA is a plus.

Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

What You’ll Get

The opportunity to design and own the

financial backbone

of a venture studio.

Direct exposure to founders, leadership, and investors.

Competitive compensation and growth opportunities.

A high-trust, high-ownership team culture.

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