Assistant Manager Operating Assets FP&A

About the Role

Qiddiya is seeking an Assistant Manager Operating Assets FP&A to join their team in Riyadh. This full-time role is responsible for management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, analysis, and performance monitoring for a range of Qiddiya's operating assets, including theme parks, hotels, golf courses, and sports venues. The Assistant Manager will serve as a link between the FP&A department, the Finance Business Partner function, and the Asset Management/Operating Assets teams.

Role Context and Contribution

This position involves close collaboration with Finance Business Partners (FBPs) to provide essential decision support, performance insights, and strategic financial recommendations. The role is critical in ensuring robust financial oversight and planning for Qiddiya's diverse portfolio of operating assets, contributing to their successful pre-opening, ramp-up, and stabilization phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and long-term financial plans for operating assets, working in collaboration with FBPs and Asset Management teams.
• Support scenario planning activities for the pre-opening, ramp-up, and stabilization phases of various assets.
• Track and analyze actual financial performance against established budgets and forecasts.
• Provide detailed variance analysis and actionable insights to FBPs, asset managers, and leadership.
• Develop dashboards and performance reports in collaboration with the FP&A reporting team, utilizing tools such as Power BI and Anaplan.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in Finance or Business Management is required.
• Professional certifications such as CPA, CA, or ACCA are highly recognized.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in finance and financial planning & analysis (FP&A) is required.
• Experience within asset-intensive sectors such as hospitality, theme parks, sports, or entertainment is preferred.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh and operates within a dynamic environment focused on the development and management of Qiddiya's operating assets. The position requires a collaborative approach, working closely with various finance and asset management teams.

Application Information

Candidates with 5-10 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply for this full-time position. Salary details will be disclosed during the recruitment process.