Financial Analyst

Rezayat Group; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Analyst to enhance financial performance through data-driven insights and robust financial modeling. In this role, you will prepare and analyze forecasts and budgets, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. Your expertise will be crucial in identifying cost-saving opportunities and supporting strategic decision-making across departments. If you are passionate about finance and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong skills in financial modeling and Excel for data analysis.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial forecasts and analyze actual results against budgets.
• Support procurement and sales teams with data-driven insights.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Excel Proficiency

Financial Reporting

Budgeting & Forecasting

Accounting Knowledge

Data Analysis & Interpretation

ERP & Financial Software

Cost Analysis

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

1. Financial Planning & Analysis

• Prepare and update financial forecasts and budgets.
• Analyze actual results against budgets and forecasts.
• Identify trends, variances, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide recommendations to improve financial performance.

2. Reporting & Data Management

• Prepare regular and ad-hoc financial reports for management.
• Review sales, revenue, and profit reports.
• Review financial databases and models.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of financial data.

3. Cost Analysis & Profitability

• Analyze cost structures and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate margins by product, customer, or region.
• Support pricing decisions with financial analysis.

4. Market & Business Analysis

• Analyze trading volumes, product demand, and market opportunities.

5. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic re-forecasts.
• Work with different departments to collect budgeting data.
• Monitor budget utilization and flag discrepancies.

6. Operational Support

• Support procurement, sales, and operations teams with data-driven insights.
• Analyze supply chain costs and inventory levels.
• Assist in evaluating new business opportunities or projects.

7. Risk Management

• Monitor financial risks such as currency fluctuations and credit exposures.
• Prepare scenario and sensitivity analyses.
• Support compliance initiatives with data and analysis.

8. Process Improvement

• Recommend improvements to financial processes and reporting systems.
• Automate repetitive reporting tasks where possible.
• Assist in implementing new financial tools or ERP systems.

9. Stakeholder Communication

• Present analysis, findings, and recommendations to management.
• Prepare materials for board meetings, investor presentations, or external reporting.
• Coordinate with auditors and other external parties as needed.

Skills

• Financial Modeling – Ability to create and manage financial models to analyze data, forecast future financial performance, and make recommendations.
• Excel Proficiency – Strong skills in Excel, including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis tools.
• Financial Reporting – Expertise in creating and interpreting financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
• Budgeting & Forecasting – Experience in preparing and managing budgets, financial forecasts, and variance analysis.
• Accounting Knowledge – Understanding of accounting principles (GAAP, IFRS), including financial statements and cost structures.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation – Ability to analyze large sets of data, identify trends, and extract actionable insights.
• ERP & Financial Software – Familiarity with financial tools like SAP, Oracle, or other ERP systems, as well as data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.
• Cost Analysis – Experience in assessing cost structures and identifying opportunities for cost savings.