Division Business Analyst

SLB; Muscat; On-site; OMR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SLB in Oman (Muscat) seeks an experienced Finance Analyst to drive performance analysis across the division. You will monitor KPIs, support profitability, and contribute to P&L reviews with rigorous financial modeling.

The role requires 5–7 years in FP&A or related field, a Finance or Accounting degree, and advanced Excel. You will deliver management reports, dashboards, and presentations to senior management, guiding strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 5–7 years in Finance/FP&A/Commercial Finance or related.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and report KPIs and objectives across the Division.
• Support profitability analysis and cash generation initiatives across GeoUnits.
• Conduct detailed P&L analysis and participate in business performance reviews.
• Identify business trends, risks, and opportunities with actionable recommendations.
• Prepare management reports, dashboards, and executive presentations.
• Assist in annual plans, budgets, and rolling forecasts.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requirements from Division HQ and senior management.
• Interface with Demand Planning and CAPEX teams regarding approved allocations.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Business acumen

Communication & presentation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and business objectives across the Division.
• Support profitability analysis and cash generation initiatives across different GeoUnits.
• Conduct detailed P&L analysis and participate in business performance reviews.
• Identify business trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Prepare management reports, financial analysis, dashboards, and executive presentations.

Financial Performance & Business Analysis

• Monitor, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and business objectives across the Division.
• Support profitability analysis and cash generation initiatives across different GeoUnits.
• Conduct detailed P&L analysis and participate in business performance reviews.
• Identify business trends, risks, and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Prepare management reports, financial analysis, dashboards, and executive presentations.

Planning, Forecasting & Reporting

• Assist in the preparation of annual plans, budgets, and rolling forecasts.
• Support monthly and quarterly financial reviews and performance tracking.
• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives and decision-making.
• Respond to ad hoc reporting requirements and requests from Division Headquarters and senior management.

Commercial & Operational Support

• Review tenders, bids, and commercial proposals from a financial and profitability perspective.
• Participate in commercial reviews with Business Line leadership teams.
• Provide financial insights to support operational and commercial decision-making.
• Interface with Demand Planning and Fixed Asset teams regarding approved CAPEX allocations and utilization.

Working Capital & Cash Flow Management

• Drive collection follow-up activities and support working capital improvement initiatives.
• Monitor cash generation performance and support action plans to improve cash conversion.

Governance & Leadership Development

• Assist in developing and maintaining Division-specific accounting and financial governance policies.
• Monitor compliance with financial policies and internal controls.
• Support the development and delivery of training programs for finance personnel.
• Lead special projects, process improvement initiatives, and strategic assignments as directed by the Division Controller.

Required

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 5-7 years of experience in Finance, FP&A, Commercial Finance, Business Analysis, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of financial statements, budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and business performance management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

SLB is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.