(Global Oil Gas) Senior Financial Analyst

This role requires the candidate to permanently relocate to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

About the Company
This company engages in the exploration, production, transportation, and sale of crude oil and natural gas. It operates through the following segments: Upstream, Downstream, and Corporate. The Upstream segment includes crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids exploration, field development, and production. The Downstream segment focuses on refining, logistics, power generation, and the marketing of crude oil, petroleum and petrochemical products, and related services to international and domestic customers. The Corporate segment offers supporting services including human resources, finance, and information technology. The company was founded on May 29, 1933, and is headquartered in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Financial Analyst to join the Financial Consulting Division of the Group Finance & Consulting Department, which is part of the Group Finance & Development Support Administrative Area. Our Financial Analysts are selected from our analyst pool and assigned to CFO/Controllership positions within the Company's business lines, subsidiaries, affiliates, global operations, or mega projects.

The ideal candidate will have strong financial and accounting skills, including the ability to evaluate industry and company information, comprehend advanced accounting topics (such as IFRS), and possess taxation knowledge. They should be self-sufficient, possess good project management skills, and work well with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accounting entries for Affiliates investments.
• Review board materials for Affiliates and provide commentary and analysis for board members.
• Present advisory to senior management regarding upcoming board meetings and other projects.
• Conduct financial analysis on Affiliates and projects.
• Perform financial modeling and support business due diligence.
• Manage the day-to-day accounting function.
• Monitor internal financial controls and resolve deficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance best practices.
• Monitor compliance with Company policies and project documents.
• Collaborate with management on the preparation and presentation of financial forecasts.
• Manage the planning and budgeting function.
• Oversee cash management and financing activities.
• Provide support for joint venture and M&A integration.
• Brief the controller's finance organization on operational matters, new projects, and initiatives.
• Support management on complex accounting and finance matters.
• Coordinate other internal finance support as needed for business initiatives and projects.
• Deliver presentations to management as required.

Requirements:

• This role requires the candidate to permanently relocate to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. Advanced professional competencies and certifications such as CPA, CA, or CFA are preferred. An MBA or post-graduate degree is desirable.
• 10+ years of relevant experience, which may include financial reporting, accounting research, international taxation, financial analysis, financial modeling, business development, mergers & acquisitions, corporate governance, internal controls, financing & cash management, and consulting.
• Familiarity with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and SAP is desirable.
• Industry experience in chemicals, power generation, or oil & gas is preferred.
• Proficiency in oral and written English is required.