Director- Development Financial Analysis.

Qiddiya | القدية; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Qiddiya Investment Company is seeking a strategic and analytical Director - Development Financial Analysis to lead financial evaluation across major development projects in Saudi Arabia. You will oversee feasibility studies, financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting to ensure investments align with the long-term vision.

Lead a skilled team, collaborate with project stakeholders, and enhance financial processes and tools while monitoring market trends to strengthen decision-making and value

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 12–16 years of experience in financial analysis within development or real estate sectors.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, feasibility assessments, and investment analysis.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; adept at stakeholder engagement.
• Leadership experience in managing teams and driving results.
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and advanced Excel capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage financial analysis and planning for all development projects, including financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting.
• Conduct in-depth feasibility studies to assess financial viability of proposed initiatives.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to gather data for financial planning and analysis.
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management to support strategic decisions.
• Identify financial risks and propose mitigating solutions for development projects.
• Enhance financial processes, tools, and methodologies to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Monitor market trends and best practices in financial analysis related to development and real estate.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Financial modeling

Investment analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance/economics

MBA or related advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel advanced

Financial analysis software

Job description

Qiddiya Investment Company is pioneering the evolution of entertainment and cultural offerings in Saudi Arabia. We are excited to announce an outstanding opportunity for a strategic and analytical professional to join our team as the Director - Development Financial Analysis (CDU7).

In this key role, you will be instrumental in guiding our development initiatives through your expertise in financial analysis and project evaluation.

The Director - Development Financial Analysis will oversee comprehensive financial assessments for various development projects, including feasibility studies and financial modeling. You will lead a skilled team dedicated to ensuring that our investments are strategically sound and financially viable, aligning with the long-term vision of Qiddiya.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and manage the financial analysis and planning for all development projects, including overseeing financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting
• Conduct in-depth feasibility studies to assess the financial viability of proposed initiatives
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to accurately gather data necessary for effective financial planning and analysis
• Prepare detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management, supporting strategic decision-making
• Identify financial risks associated with development projects and propose mitigating solutions
• Enhance financial processes, tools, and methodologies used for analysis to improve overall efficiency and accuracy
• Monitor market trends and best practices in financial analysis related to development and real estate

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; an MBA or equivalent advanced degree is preferred
• A minimum of 12-16 years of experience in financial analysis, particularly within the development or real estate sectors
• Proven expertise in conducting financial modeling, feasibility assessments, and investment analysis
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, with the ability to effectively interpret complex financial data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, adept at engaging with stakeholders at various levels
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams, fostering collaboration, and driving results
• Proficiency in financial analysis software and advanced Excel capabilities