Financial Manager📣 Job Ad

About SEA Ventures Group
SEA Ventures Group is a strategic innovation and entrepreneurship force driving growth across Saudi Arabia’s most promising sectors. We specialize in business accelerators & incubators, strategic consultations, and tailored training programs with internationally recognized professional certifications. Additionally, we provide comprehensive branding, marketing, and event management services, enabling startups, corporations, and government entities to innovate, scale, and achieve sustainable growth.

Role Purpose
This is a high-impact role responsible for leading and developing our finance function across SEA Ventures Group and affiliated entities. You will ensure compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and SAMA regulations, establish clear financial governance structures, and manage the end-to-end audit process in collaboration with an approved global auditing firm.
Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will serve as the strategic bridge between operational finance and executive-level planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Finance & Governance
  • Lead the development of financial policies, controls, and SOPs aligned with audit and IPO requirements.
  • Establish clear monthly and quarterly financial reporting cycles for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provide financial insight and modeling to support board-level decisions and new business initiatives.
  • Support legal and audit teams with due diligence and financial disclosures.
• Reporting & Compliance
  • Ensure all group entities report financials in line with IFRS and SAMA frameworks.
  • Own the preparation of consolidated financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses.
  • Lead the year-end closing process and interface with external auditors to ensure timely audit completion.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of tax, zakat, and compliance obligations within Saudi Arabia.
• Financial Operations & Oversight
  • Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and mentor in-house and affiliate finance personnel.
  • Drive budgeting, forecasting, cash flow tracking, and working capital optimization.
  • Evaluate and implement financial systems, ERPs, and automation solutions to increase efficiency.
  • Monitor financial health and recommend improvements for cost control and revenue protection.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• CPA, CMA, ACCA, or equivalent certification strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive financial leadership, ideally within holding companies or multi-entity groups.
• Experience managing audits with Big Four or global audit firms.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS, SAMA, and KSA tax/zakat regulations.
• Strong command of English and Arabic, both written and spoken.
• Expertise in ERP/financial systems, with a preference for Oracle, SAP, or Zoho Books.