Financial Analyst

Overview:

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join the Group Finance & Consulting Department (GF&CD), which is part of the Group Finance & Development Support (GF&DS) Administrative Area. GF&CD is a part of the Finance Business Line in the company and ultimately reports to the Finance Executive VP & CFO.

GF&CD is responsible for providing support to senior management and various business lines relating to various Affiliate matters. This support is provided through advisory to the company's senior management on upcoming Affiliate Board and other committees meetings on matters including statutory and management reporting, financial analysis, budgeting & planning, Mergers & Acquisition, and internal controls.

Core job requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills
• International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) accounting standards and policies knowledge
• Management accounting aimed towards users' needs
• Develop, mentor and coach other team members in areas of expertise.
• Ability to analyze financial information and drive key insights
  • Ability deliver and present reports to senior management
• Ability to positively influence stakeholders
• Ability to manage competing priorities
• Ability to working in a multi-cultural environment

This position will offer the employee an opportunity to further expand professional and interpersonal skills. The GF&CD Analyst may also be placed on high-profile assignments. Potential assignments can be diverse as Saudi Arabia moves forward to meet the country's growing demand for energy and as the Company continues to diversify and expand its global footprint.

Finance representatives are periodically selected from our pool of analysts and placed in CFO/Controllership positions with one of the Company's business lines, affiliates, global operations, or mega-projects.

Applicants will be expected to arrive with the requisite accounting, financial, and managerial skills to perform the required duties. Upon arrival at the company, the focus for the applicant will be on acclimating to the Company's governance, policies, and culture.

The applicant will possess significant relevant experience within one or more industries, which will allow the applicant to be considered a subject matter expert for that industry. The successful candidate will have the ability to establish personal credibility with various internal clients and demonstrate excellent interpersonal and engagement skills. The applicant must be a team player, be able to plan and coordinate their own workload, and meet deadlines. The applicant will be able to add value by delivering work of the highest quality and be able to proactively overcome issues to ensure delivery.

The applicant should have demonstrated financial and accounting skills that include the ability to evaluate both industry and individual company information, and comprehend advanced accounting topics (ie. IFRS, etc.) and taxation. The applicant must be able to work with minimal supervision and possess good project management skills.

Minimum requirements:

• The candidate should hold a Bachelor Degree in Accounting or Finance, as well as any relevant advance professional competencies evidenced by professional certification such as a CPA, CA, or CFA. An MBA or other post graduate degree is desirable.
• A minimum of 10-15 years of relevant experience which may include experience in financial reporting and accounting research (IFRS), international taxation, financial analysis, financial modeling, business development, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, internal controls, financing & cash management, and consulting.
• Familiarity with SAP is desirable. Industry experience in oil & gas, chemicals, or power is .
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Review board materials for Affiliates and prepare commentary and analysis for board members
• Present to senior management with advisory on upcoming board meetings and other projects
• Support GF&CD in being the one-stop shop for all Group Finance matters across the Group
• Engage with affiliates to ensure set-up and existence of robust finance functions and processes
• Develop, mentor and coach other team members in areas of expertise.
• Coordinate involvement of internal Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) as needed to support current affiliate matters and issues
• Brief internal management on affiliates' operational matters, new projects, and initiatives
• Perform financial analysis on due diligence on Affiliates and their upcoming projects
• Where applicable, prepare accounting entries for Affiliates investments
• Ad hoc support as required

Benefits

• Compelling remuneration package.
• Permanent Employment on an Indefinite Term Employment Agreement.
• The company's Incentive Plan: This is a broad-based annual and performance based incentive plan based on company and individual performance, base salary, and length of service during the plan year. The objective of this plan is to drive organizational performance, as well as, recognize and reward your contributions beyond the normal annual merit increases.
• Annual repatriation travel allowance: An annual cash payment that more than covers airfare costs to your home country. You have full flexibility to use this payment in any way you choose.
• Annual vacation: You can look forward to up to 38 calendar days of paid leave each year. In addition, you'll typically be granted between 9 and 11 days of national public holidays each year.
• Severance award: In accordance with the Saudi labor law, a severance award is payable by the company to employees who leave after two years or more of satisfactory service. The severance award is based on length of continuous service and final base pay. The severance award can be a substantial benefit for longer service employees.
• Education Assistance Plan: If you are hired on family status, you may be eligible to benefit from the company's excellent education assistance plan for dependent children. This may include the option for them to attend the company's high quality private schools or to attend international schools in the local community.
• Quality housing in company communities or a rental assistance allowance: We have four communities in the Eastern Province where we provide quality accommodation in pleasant surroundings. Alternatively, employees may obtain housing in the local communities outside of the company's communities, for which we provide a rental assistance allowance.
• Free medical care: We provide medical care via our subsidiary medical network or contracted hospitals and clinics. These facilities are among the finest in the Middle East.
• Free access to recreational facilities: You will have access to our extensive range of recreational facilities that include: private beaches, tennis courts, exercise gyms, swimming pools, golf courses, tennis and squash courts, and much more.
• Free scheduled transportation: Air-conditioned buses are provided free of charge for transportation within camp areas, to work locations, local shopping areas outside camp, the beach and our other communities.
• Voluntary Group Life and Accident Insurance: you may enroll in a voluntary program providing term life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage equal to 12, 18, 24 or 30 times your monthly base salary. Favorable group rates keep the premium low.
• Short-term : In the event you are unable to work due to illness or injury, short-term income benefits are provided. The benefit is 30 days full pay and 60 days at three-quarters pay, in any one year period.
• Death Benefit: The company pays an ex-gratia death benefit equal to 24 months base pay if death is from an industrial accident and 12 months base pay if death is non-industrial related.
• Career development: We recognize and value professional growth and achievement, so you'll have many opportunities to develop your career and expertise.

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