Nabat is a climate-tech startup based in the UAE using advanced technology to protect and restore natural ecosystems with precision and scale! We operate at the intersection of ecological & environmental sciences, GIS, AI, and robotics. Our mission is to enable data-driven, science-backed ecosystem management and restoration at the speed and scale necessary to address the critical challenges of climate change, deforestation, land erosion, and biodiversity loss. Our comprehensive solution - consisting of ecosystem management software, precision aerial seeding drones, AI & ecological models, and restoration services - is already being used to plant millions of mangroves in the UAE. But we're just getting started, as we build our platform to serve the needs of coastal, marine and arid ecosystems around the world.
If this mission resonates with you, let's talk!
The Finance Manager is responsible for running the company's finance function. This includes financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and ensuring accurate accounting and controls.
The role works closely with leadership and manages the relationship with the outsourced finance operations team.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting
- Build and maintain the company's financial model
- Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecast updates
- Track budget vs actuals and explain key variances
- Support leadership with financial analysis for strategic decisions
- Provide financial input for new projects, partnerships, and investments
Management Reporting
- Prepare monthly management reporting
- Produce clear financial dashboards for leadership
- Track key financial metrics (revenue, margin, cash, burn, runway)
- Prepare financial material for board meetings
Accounting and Financial Close
- Oversee the outsourced accounting team
- Ensure accurate bookkeeping and general ledger management
- Manage monthly and year-end financial closing
- Ensure invoices, expenses, and payments are properly recorded
- Ensure financial records are audit-ready
Budget Control and Spend Oversight
- Review purchase requisitions and approval memos
- Monitor department budgets and spending
- Ensure spending follows approved budgets
- Flag financial risks or overruns early
Treasury and Cash Management
- Monitor company cash position and runway
- Manage payments and collections
- Forecast cash needs and liquidity
M&A and Strategic Transactions
- Support financial analysis for acquisitions or partnerships
- Support due diligence processes
- Prepare financial data and documentation required for transactions
Compliance and Controls
- Ensure tax filings and statutory reporting are completed
- Maintain basic financial controls and documentation
- Support external audits when required
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or Economics
- 610 years of experience in finance, accounting, or FP&A
- Strong understanding of accounting and financial statements
- Experience building budgets and financial forecasts
- Experience preparing management reports
- Comfortable working with outsourced accounting teams
- Strong financial modelling skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
Preferred
- Experience in a startup or fast-growing company
- Exposure to M&A or fundraising processes
- CPA, ACCA or CFA qualification
Why join Nabat
A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to:
- Join a well-funded early-stage tech startup at the intersection of some of the most exciting, disruptive and innovative technologies in the world - geospatial AI, remote sensing, drone robotics, ecology & agricultural science.
- Relocate to Abu Dhabi one of the safest, most livable, expat-friendly cities in the world - with an all inclusive relocation package for you and your family, that includes work & residence visa sponsorship, business class flights, orientation tour, school and house search, and luxury hotel stay until you find your new home.
- Make a real and direct impact to solving the most critical challenges of our time climate change and ecosystem loss.
- Build partnerships that matter!
What is the hiring process like
We believe in making your hiring and onboarding seamless and transparent. Here is what to expect from us:
- Initial screening call with a member of our Talent team to ensure expectations and experience aligns.
- Case study, an opportunity to demonstrate how you would tackle real challenges we face at Nabat.
- First interview with hiring manager about the role and ask questions Mehdi Ajana, Head of Strategy at Nabat.
- Second interview with technical team member(s) to assess your capabilities.
- Third interview with a senior leader to assess culture fit and give you the opportunity to meet your future stakeholders.
- Background check.
- Hiring decision and final offer.
- Relocation to the UAE and onboarding!
Apply with your CV and tell us what makes you & your experience a great fit for Nabat.
