Lead Accounting Analyst

Saudi Aramco; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco is seeking a Planning & Performance Analyst in its Finance and Internal Auditing Planning and Performance Management Group to drive multi-timeframe performance reporting and strategic planning. The role emphasizes analytical findings, business case studies, benchmarking, risk management, and BI tool usage to support decision making.

Candidates should have a relevant degree, MBA preferred, 9+ years in planning and performance management, and strong Excel/PowerPoint skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines.
• Advanced business degree (e.g., MBA) and/or relevant professional certification (e.g., CMA, CFA, CPA) is preferred.
• Minimum 9 years of relevant working experience in Planning and Performance Management job roles, preferably in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Solid knowledge and understanding of management accounting, finance, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Demonstrated capability and track record in the practice of planning & performance management and in the use of business intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical findings and recommendations related to P&PM tasks such as business plan preparation, performance tracking and measurement, and performance analysis and accountability reporting.
• Conduct special studies related to the development of performance initiatives and business cases, benchmarking, risk management, design and redesign of measurements, processes and workflows, and information system–related changes.

Skills

Planning & Performance Management

Business Intelligence

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines

MBA or CMA CFA CPA preferred

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Planning & Performance Analyst to join the Finance and Internal Auditing Planning and Performance Management Group. The group oversees comprehensive reporting across various timeframes, including weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually, to assess the organization's overall performance and develop strategic plans and business strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Provide analytical findings and recommendations related to P&PM tasks such as business plan preparation, performance tracking and measurement, and performance analysis and accountability reporting.

Conduct special studies related to the development of performance initiatives and business cases, benchmarking, risk management, design and redesign of measurements, processes and workflows, and information system–related changes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance or related disciplines.

Advanced business degree (e.g., MBA) and/or relevant professional certification (e.g., CMA, CFA, CPA) is preferred.

Minimum 9 years of relevant working experience in Planning and Performance Management job roles, preferably in the Oil & Gas sector.

Solid knowledge and understanding of management accounting, finance, PowerPoint and Excel.

Demonstrated capability and track record in the practice of planning & performance management and in the use of business intelligence tools.

Work Location and Work Schedule

Work Location: Within Saudi Arabia – To be specified in job offer

Work Schedule: Full Time – To be specified in job offer

Working Environment

Our high‑performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly. We invest heavily in talent development through workforce development programs.