Investment Finance Manager – Cross-Border Operations

About the Role

We are looking for a finance leader to oversee financial operations for a regulated investment entity, managing cross-border reporting, compliance, and financial planning. You will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate IFRS-based reporting, meeting capital markets regulatory requirements, and supporting the strategic decision-making process through insightful analysis and budgeting.

This position offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced investment environment, partnering with senior leadership, auditors, and regulators while ensuring governance standards are met across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all finance and accounting operations for the investment entity.
• Prepare and review financial statements and reports in line with IFRS and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of filings to capital markets and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee the annual budgeting and forecasting cycle, including variance analysis and strategic recommendations.
• Strengthen internal controls and align processes with best practices in regulated financial environments.
• Collaborate with investment, legal, compliance, and operations teams to ensure seamless reporting and decision-making support.
• Liaise with auditors and other external advisors to maintain transparency and accuracy in all financial disclosures.
• Present financial insights and reports to senior management and the board of directors.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Master’s or MBA is an advantage).
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CFA, CMA) required.
• Proven experience in investment finance, fund accounting, or a related field within financial services.
• Solid understanding of IFRS and corporate financial reporting requirements.
• Experience in a regulated sector; knowledge of GCC regulatory frameworks is an asset.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into strategic insights.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organisational skills.
• Fluency in English (Arabic desired).
• Ability to travel within the GCC as needed.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to combine finance leadership with exposure to the investment sector in a cross-border environment. You will join a collaborative team where your expertise will directly impact strategic decisions, compliance excellence, and operational performance.