Planning And Performance Management Specialist

Saudi Aramco (ASC); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Aramco (ASC) seeks a skilled financial professional to support business planning and financial analysis in Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on company objectives, analyze market trends, and manage contracts. You should have a Bachelor's degree, at least nine years of experience, and strong analytical skills.

The position requires proficiency in financial modeling and an understanding of accounts payable processes. Ideal candidates have a professional accounting qualification and are detail-oriented.

Qualifications

• Minimum Nine (9) years experience in financial planning, analysis, or performance management.
• Strong ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Experience with accounts payable processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of business plans including financial modeling and budgeting.
• Analyze market trends and internal performance data for business decisions.
• Manage existing contracts including renewals and amendments.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA, or CFA)

Tools

Excel

FP&A software

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

As a successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

Responsibilities

• Support the development of business plans including financial modeling, forecasting and budgeting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather input and ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity and internal performance data to inform business planning decisions.
• Review and analyze operating statements to identify areas of improvement and opportunities for cost savings.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast revenue and expenses and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Provide recommendations to management on financial performance and areas for improvement.
• Review and analyze AP metrics such as days payable outstanding and payment accuracy to identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with the AP team to implement process improvements and optimize payment terms.
• Manage existing contracts including renewals, amendments and terminations.
• Assist with setting up new contracts with vendors and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices and resolve any payment discrepancies or issues.
• Support special projects and initiatives as needed, such as financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting.

Qualifications

As a successful candidate, you will hold:

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related discipline. Ideally in Finance, Accounting or economics.
• A minimum of Nine (9) years experience in financial planning, analysis, or performance management.
• Professional accounting qualification, such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CMA or CFA preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Proficient in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting tools, such as Excel, Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) software, and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.
• Experience with accounts payable processes and systems, such as AP automation software.
• Strong attention to detail, with ability to maintain accuracy and quality in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with data visualization tools, such as Tableau or Power BI is a plus.
• Familiarity with lean principles and process improvement methodologies.