Financial Controller - Planning & Performance Management - Emirati Talent

Job Purpose

The Controller – Planning & Performance Management supports the Manager in driving key strategic and financial planning initiatives across the Marketing Segment. The role is critical in shaping long-term strategy, evaluating capital projects, conducting financial and operational analyses, and overseeing performance management and reporting. The candidate must bring strong analytical capabilities, a solid understanding of strategic finance, SAP system exposure, and hands-on experience with project evaluations and business planning processes.

Key Responsibilities

A. Strategy Formulation

• Support the strategic management process and set planning context aligned with ENOC Group directives.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of internal and external factors influencing strategy, including industry trends and operational risks.
• Work with Business Units (BUs) to align individual strategies with overall marketing and Group aspirations.
• Develop dashboards and reports on strategy implementation and performance progress.

B. Project Evaluation & Portfolio Management

• Lead financial evaluation of projects using advanced financial models and valuation tools.
• Perform ratio and fund flow analysis to assess project and entity financial health.
• Deliver investment proposals based on scenario planning, market and risk assessment, and cost-of-capital evaluation.
• Facilitate Stage-Gate processes and perform periodic project reviews to optimize capex utilization and strategic alignment.

C. Business Planning & Budgeting

• Develop planning frameworks, calendars, and external environment summaries to support robust, forward-looking budgets.
• Analyse business plans and validate economic assumptions, aligning them with strategic objectives.
• Consolidate and present planning outcomes to senior management and relevant stakeholders.

D. Performance Management

• Develop and monitor Marketing Segment and BU-level Balanced Scorecards.
• Conduct quarterly and mid-year performance reviews, including KPI tracking, scoring, and variance analysis.
• Provide performance dashboards and lead discussions in QPRMs (Quarterly Performance Review Meetings).

E. Economic and Market Intelligence

• Conduct macroeconomic and industry research to support planning and investment decisions.
• Generate insights on key indicators like GDP, inflation, energy pricing, and interest rates impacting the petroleum sector.
• Summarize market intelligence and trends for strategic leadership consumption.

F. Systems Integration

• Work with SAP systems for budgeting, forecasting, and portfolio management processes (preferably SAP BPC and ATD modules).
• Support continuous improvements in planning tools, systems, and reporting frameworks to enhance accuracy and decision-making.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelors/Master’s in Business Administration (Finance), CMA, CFA, or equivalent professional qualification.

Experience

• 4–10 years of relevant experience in Strategic Planning, Financial Modelling, Performance Management, and Project Evaluation.
• Prior experience in energy, oil & gas, or capital-intensive sectors preferred.
• Strong exposure to SAP (particularly BPC), and demonstrated ability in ratio analysis and long-term financial planning is essential.

Core Competencies

• Solid knowledge of financial ratios, project evaluation methodologies, and due diligence practices.
• Familiarity with Balanced Scorecard frameworks, KPI development, and performance tracking.
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.