Planning & Budgeting Advisor

About the Role

Eram Talent is seeking a Planning & Budgeting Advisor to join their team in Makkah, specifically covering Jeddah and Makkah. This contract role requires 5-10 years of experience and involves providing strategic financial advice and facilitating budget planning to align financial resources with university objectives. The advisor will support decision-making through accurate financial analysis, forecasting, and budgetary guidance for various administrative and operational units.

Role Context and Collaboration

The Planning & Budgeting Advisor collaborates closely with the Campus and Community Department Manager, management, and finance teams. This collaboration is essential for optimizing resource allocation and effectively managing both operational expenditures (OPEX) and capital expenditures (CAPEX). The role focuses on ensuring financial plans support the strategic goals and priorities of the Campus and Community department.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making for the Campus and Community department.
• Ensure alignment of budgetary plans with Campus and Community goals and priorities.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, variance analyses, and cost assessments for both OPEX and CAPEX.
• Ensure effective management of operational expenditures by identifying potential efficiencies and cost reductions.
• Monitor budget performance and provide regular updates on financial status, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze financial trends and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring resource optimization.
• Work closely with Campus and Community units to gather budget inputs and provide guidance on financial planning processes.
• Advise leadership on budget policies, financial planning strategies, and funding requirements.
• Recommend appropriate adjustments to budgets and resource allocation in response to operational needs or external factors.
• Assist in financial scenario planning and risk management for strategic projects and initiatives.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting processes.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, variance analysis, and cost control methods.
• Expertise in long-term financial scenario planning, risk assessment, and contingency planning.

Essential Skills

• Capability to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies within budgetary constraints.
• Ability to align financial planning with strategic goals and priorities.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, interpret trends, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation.

Application Process

Candidates interested in this Planning & Budgeting Advisor position are encouraged to apply. The salary for this contract role will be discussed during the interview process.