Cost & Reporting Analyst

Fusion Outsourcing and Services; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Cost & Reporting Analyst in Qatar to provide insights through data analytics and reporting. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in cost control within the oil and gas sector, strong expertise in SAP and Power BI, and a Bachelor's degree in finance. Responsibilities include developing reports, presenting variance analyses, and ensuring accurate cost control practices. This position offers full-time employment and an opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in cost control reporting or finance, preferably in the oil and gas industry.
• Strong hands-on experience with SAP (preferably BW / 4HANA).
• Expert proficiency in Power BI including data modeling and dashboard design.

Responsibilities

• Deliver cost transparency and advanced analytics via reporting.
• Develop standardized management reports and Power BI dashboards.
• Prepare and present monthly cost reports with variance analysis.

Skills

SAP

Power BI

Financial Reporting

Advanced Excel

Data Analysis

Cost Control Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

Tools

Cognos

Microsoft Access

SQL

Crystal Reports

Tableau

Job description

Accountabilities

The Cost & Reporting Analyst is responsible for delivering cost transparency and driving value through advanced analytics and reporting. The role requires strong expertise in SAP and Power BI to transform financial data into actionable insights and promote a culture of cost optimization. This position plays a key part in ensuring sound cost control practices in line with IFRS and internal financial policies.

Key Activities

Develop and maintain standardized management reports and Power BI dashboards that provide a consolidated view of financial performance.

Prepare and validate all SAP entries and supporting documentation for monthly closure including invoices accruals and allocations.

Collect and verify company-wide financial data (e.g. cost drivers value of work done) to ensure reporting accuracy.

Prepare and present monthly cost reports with detailed variance analysis versus budget and forecast supported by Power BI visualizations.

Establish and promote consistent methodologies for cost control and reporting across the organization.

Maintain and improve SAP reporting structures and master data to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.

Design and deploy Power BI dashboards integrating SAP data for real-time visibility of spending and budget performance.

Ensure consistent application of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process and Delegation of Authority (DOA) through automated tracking and reports.

Support audit processes by providing accurate system-based financial data and reports generated via SAP and Power BI.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Technical Requirements

Minimum 8 years of experience in cost control reporting or finance preferably within the oil and gas industry.

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related business discipline.

Strong hands-on experience with SAP (preferably BW / 4HANA) and deep understanding of cost-related data structures.

Expert proficiency in Power BI (data modeling DAX report development dashboard design).

Advanced Excel skills including data analysis and automation techniques.

Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS) and core financial processes such as cost allocation and accruals.

Soft Skills

Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to convert complex financial and technical data into actionable insights.

Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment.

Strong problem-solving organization and collaboration skills.

High initiative and ability to work independently while maintaining attention to detail.

Deadline Submission

Please submit CVs on or before 19th November

Key Skills

Cognos, Microsoft Access, SQL, Crystal Reports, Financial Report Writing, Power BI, Pivot tables, ssrs, Tableau, Regulatory Reporting, SAS, Data Analysis Skills

Employment Type

Full Time

Experience

years

Vacancy

1