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About the Financial Program Controller Role

Eram Talent is seeking a Financial Program Controller on behalf of a client in Dhahran. This full-time position is designed for professionals with 0-1 years of experience. The role involves supporting enterprise-level strategic programs by providing financial oversight, ensuring program governance, tracking performance, and preparing executive reports. The ideal candidate will possess strong financial acumen, expertise in dashboard design, and the ability to translate complex project data into actionable insights for senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Support cost estimation, calculate estimated program benefits, and validate financial outcomes against business cases.
• Apply robust program governance frameworks to support the planning, coordination, and execution of strategic enterprise transformation initiatives.
• Design, build, and maintain comprehensive performance dashboards that track financial metrics, schedules, risks, and benefit realization.
• Synthesize complex program data into clear, concise, and visually compelling communication materials for executive decision-making.
• Conduct detailed variance analysis (cost versus budget, schedule versus plan) and propose proactive corrective action plans.
• Track program risks and issues within established governance frameworks, ensuring effective mitigation strategies are implemented.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Information Systems, or Industrial Engineering (with a focus on Finance).
• Minimum GPA of / (or / equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) principles.
• Familiarity with tracking Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Operational Expenditure (OpEx).
• Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems for integrated financial tracking.

Essential Skills and Technical Proficiency

• Analytical & Quantitative: Strong ability to interpret complex financial data, perform quantitative modeling, and deliver clear strategic insights.
• Problem-Solving: Proven ability to identify, analyze, and resolve cost overruns or budget deviations effectively.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a track record of collaborating across Project Management and Finance teams.
• Technical & Data Tools:
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, complex formulas, financial modeling).
  • Hands-on proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, or similar dashboarding tools.
  • Familiarity with project management platforms (*, MS Project, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet).
• Attention to Detail: High accuracy and precision in data analysis and financial reporting.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Certified Cost Technician (CCT).
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate (Power BI).
• Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Advanced Excel.

Work Environment and Application Details

This is a full-time position based in Dhahran, requiring 0-1 years of experience. The salary for this role will be disclosed during the recruitment process.