Budget Specialist Jobs in Jeddah

Join Colgate-Palmolive as a Financial Analysis Specialist!
Colgate-Palmolive is a global consumer products company, well-regarded for its exceptional products in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. We are seeking a dedicated and analytical Financial Analysis Specialist to join our team in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement budget preparation and sales estimates in collaboration with the Cluster GM.
• Maintain pricing structures and perform monthly validation of SAP pricing conditions.
• Support customer teams in managing gross to net estimates and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Coordinate monthly financial closings and participate in audit processes.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in finance roles.

Colgate-Palmolive fosters a culture of inclusion and encourages applications from all individuals, ensuring a respectful and empowering work environment. Join us and contribute to our mission of creating a healthier future for everyone!

We are looking for an accountant - and a data analyst, proficient in English to communicate with suppliers. A motivated individual who wishes to develop financial management. Full-time - morning shift from 8:30 to 1:30 and evening shift: 4:00 to 7:45. Accommodation available, private annex.

Full-time accountant to monitor periodic operations, calculate costs, raise taxes, and follow up on everything related to finance.

About the Role

Otis Elevator Company Saudi Arabia Ltd is seeking a Financial Planning Analyst to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is integral to monitoring key business indicators, conducting comprehensive financial analyses, and delivering insightful commentary and presentations for Otis – KSA. The role is crucial for maintaining controls over the annual budget and strategic plan processes, ensuring accurate monthly and quarterly financial forecasting in alignment with established business policies and procedures.

As a global leader in elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service, Otis plays a significant role in daily mobility worldwide. Joining Otis offers opportunities for professional growth and development within a diverse and ethical community committed to safety and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed financial analysis for monthly management reports, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term strategic plans for Otis – KSA.
• Monitor key business indicators, identify trends, and analyze the causes of changes or negative variances, providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Execute benchmarking analysis, financial analysis, commentaries, and presentations for executive review meetings, including regional reviews.
• Report on Otis – KSA's business performance, including variance analysis of financial results, planning updates, management highlights, and development of pipeline project status updates.
• Drive controls over the annual budget and strategic plan processes, including agreeing on assumptions, consolidation, analyzing submissions, communicating financial targets, and managing strategic plan platforms.
• Prepare executive storyboarding, business review presentations, and management updates on forecasts, budgets, and the strategic financial plan.
• Manage the monthly and quarterly financial forecasting and reporting processes for Otis KSA.
• Participate in the development of complex financial models for consolidation and variance analysis, including "what-if" scenarios and sensitivity analysis based on business drivers.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or an equivalent field.
• A Master's degree in Finance or Accounting is preferred.
• Relevant professional certification such as Chartered Certified Accountant (CCA) or equivalent is preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in performing financial planning at an enterprise level within a matrixed organization.
• At least 4 years in positions with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Fluent written and spoken English is essential; proficiency in Arabic is preferred.

Required Skills

• Financial Analysis
• Financial Forecasting
• Budgeting
• Strategic Planning
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Reporting
• Presentation Skills
• Understanding of Business Policies and Procedures

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia, specifically at Otis Elevator Company Saudi Arabia Ltd. The role requires 5-10 years of relevant experience.

About the Role

Panda Retail Company, a member of the Savola Group, is seeking a dedicated Financial Analyst to join its team in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. This role is essential for providing accurate and timely financial business support to management, aiming to maximize business performance. The Financial Analyst will support various business functions through insightful financial analysis.

Key Responsibilities

The Financial Analyst will be responsible for building comprehensive financial models using data from financial systems and other sources to support business decisions and the execution of strategic and tactical initiatives. This includes partnering with management to understand expense and operating income drivers, monitoring performance against targets, and establishing strong business partnerships across functions to provide decision support. The role also involves creative thinking for cost control, collaborating with business partners to deliver accurate financial results with variance explanations, and actively participating in the Annual Planning, quarterly reviews, and Latest Estimate processes. Continuous process improvement to enhance the timeliness and accuracy of financial reporting and analysis is also a key aspect, along with assisting in the preparation of business plans and business case analyses, and performing ad-hoc reporting and analysis as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or an equivalent field.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role within a medium or large-sized business.

Required Skills

• Strong communication abilities.
• Proficiency in financial modeling.
• Excellent analytical and interpretation skills.
• Proficiency in the English language; knowledge of Arabic is a significant advantage.

Work Context

This full-time position is based in Jeddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia. The role requires 2-5 years of experience, contributing to strategic and tactical initiatives by building financial models, monitoring performance, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.

About the Role

Jeeny, a mobile application focused on making daily commuting and transportation accessible, affordable, and flexible, is seeking a dynamic Planning & Performance Manager. This role is critical in enabling Jeeny's business teams to optimize decision-making, strategic planning, and performance management across all operational markets. Reporting directly to the CFO, the Planning & Performance Manager will lead a team of two analysts to drive efficiency and strategic alignment within the organization. The position involves overseeing end-to-end performance tracking, financial planning, and strategic reporting to ensure ridehailing operations function at peak efficiency, aligned with business objectives, while also fostering team growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and management of quarterly and monthly budgets, including topline and bottom-line financial targets.
• Establish clear quarterly and monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) targets for business operations.
• Identify and analyze performance gaps against targets, collaborating with business teams to implement gap closure initiatives.
• Establish and maintain regular communication between business teams and leadership to monitor progress, including weekly performance calls and month-end retrospective meetings.
• Partner with business teams to facilitate informed decision-making on strategic and operational matters.
• Develop and maintain visibility of L0, L1, and L2 KPIs at appropriate frequencies for all business teams.
• Proactively track L1 and L2 KPIs to identify opportunities for improving L0 KPIs and overall operational performance.
• Develop business and financial models in response to ad-hoc requests from cross-functional stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of strategy, planning, and performance analysts, setting objectives, managing performance, and cultivating a collaborative team culture.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments to enhance overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Data Analytics, or a closely related field. A Master of Science (MSc), Master of Arts (MA), or Master of Business Administration (MBA) is considered a strong asset.
• A minimum of 4 years of compulsory experience in Business Finance, Strategy, or Planning roles.
• Demonstrated experience in team management is a mandatory requirement.
• Strong presentation skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly and effectively.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Required Skills

• Expert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Skilled in utilizing data visualization software to present insights effectively.
• Strong expertise in automation and the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in business processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Analytical mind with a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
• Proven ability to lead quarterly and monthly budget development.
• Capability to create quarterly and monthly KPI targets.
• Proficiency in outlining performance gaps and developing bridging initiatives with business teams.
• Experience in establishing communication cadences between business teams and leadership.
• Adept at partnering with business teams to support key decision-making.
• Skilled in creating visibility for L0, L1, and L2 KPIs.
• Ability to proactively identify opportunities for L0 KPI improvement through L1 and L2 KPI tracking.
• Experience in developing business and financial models for ad-hoc requests.
• Proven leadership and development skills for strategy, planning, and performance analysts.
• Strong capability in working cross-functionally to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position. The role is based in Riyadh, Jeddah, Medina, Dammam, or Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. Jeeny offers an environment that encourages ownership and the pursuit of excellent outcomes, with opportunities for collaboration, learning, and skill expansion. Comprehensive health benefits and insurance coverage are provided, alongside flexible working hours to support work-life balance.

Specialized accountant Data Center

Join Delta Hotels and Resorts® as a General Accountant!
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team within a globally recognized brand. As a General Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy of financial data, optimally working in accordance with our established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verification of figures, postings, and documents for accuracy.
• Organization, security, and maintenance of financial files and records.
• Recording and analyzing computerized financial information.
• Preparation and reconciliation of bills, invoices, and account statements.
• Collaboration with other departments and mentoring team members.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and maintaining professionalism.

Qualifications:
We are looking for candidates with a high school diploma or GED equivalent, and at least one year of related experience. This position does not require supervisory experience.

At Delta Hotels, we value diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, fostering an environment where everyone's contributions are valued. If you thrive in a dynamic and purpose-driven setting, we invite you to apply and be part of our mission to provide seamless travel experiences.