Global Oil and Gas Senior Commercial Financial Planning Analyst

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

MatchaTalent

Full time

About the RoleThis is a senior-level position within the Downstream Finance Planning and Performance Management Department, responsible for supporting the management of multibillion USD business product lines and their consolidation into the Downstream business results.Key ResponsibilitiesEngage in business planning, forecasting, and reporting activities.Provide analysis, explanations, and recommendations for regular planning and performance management tasks, including business plan preparation, periodic performance tracking, measurement, analysis, and reporting.Conduct special planning and performance management-related studies, such as performance initiatives and business cases development, scorecard creation and monitoring, target setting, benchmarking, risk management, and design/redesign of measurement processes, workflows, and information system-related changes.Develop new financial models or review segment-related models, offering economic insights on earnings, investments, and energy market matters.Perform benchmarking analysis to identify value opportunities.RequirementsThis role requires the candidate to permanently relocate to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Engineering, or a related field. Possession of an advanced business degree (e.g., MBA) and/or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CMA, CFA, CPA) is preferred.Accumulate over 12 years of industry-relevant experience, demonstrating a strong commercial and financial understanding of the Downstream value chain, such as Chemicals Trading or Refining.Showcase expertise and a proven track record in planning and performance management practices, including performance analysis, assessment, and reporting; financial (IFRS) reporting; business planning/budgeting; business case preparation; project management; and financial modeling.Have experience working in one or more areas of the Downstream value chain, particularly in Planning and Performance Management functions.Possess the ability to manage and analyze large volumes of data, with experience in business intelligence tools being advantageous.Demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of management accounting, finance, and proficiency in Excel.Exhibit strong written and presentation skills, capable of articulating complex analyses into simple concepts.

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