Senior Budgeting Specialist

Hill International; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Riyadh is seeking a Senior Budgeting Specialist to oversee budgeting and financial record-keeping for major projects. The ideal candidate should have over 15 years of experience in project budgeting and possess strong negotiation and communication skills. Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential. This position involves ensuring compliance with financial processes and collaborating with various stakeholders to secure budgets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years experience in related field on national / international major initiatives and developments.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in project budgeting.
• Ability to present budgeting plans to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Performing Project Management tasks as directed by the Manager.
• Implementing budgeting and financial procedures for coordination.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and cash flow management.

Skills

Project budgeting

Financial record keeping

Cost analysis

Negotiation with stakeholders

Fluent in Arabic and English

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor / Master Degree in Accountant or Engineering

Job description

Senior Budgeting Specialist (Central, Riyadh)

About the job Senior Budgeting Specialist (Central, Riyadh)

General Description of Role and Responsibilities:

• Performing Project Management tasks, duties and responsibilities as directed by the Manager, Engineering & Projects Division.
• Implementing budgeting and financial record keeping procedures to ensure efficient coordination of various departmental and designated accounts, maintains accurate information regarding the financial status of the cost center.
• Follow the Cost coding system implemented in the program.
• Develop cost centers for each project.
• Develop coding for all projects permanent equipments to facilitate handing over to operation team.
• Analyze Existing Budgets
• Develop Budgets and Forecasts
• Manage Cash Flow
• Prepare Budget Reports
• Informs themselves of the relevant Quality, Environmental, Safety and Occupational Health Policies, Manuals and Procedures within Hill International and ensures continued compliance with these requirements while employed by Hill.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager/supervisor.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

• Bachelor / Master Degree in Accountant or Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 15 years experience in related field on national / international major initiatives and developments.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in project budgeting
• Extensive experience in managing and prioritizing projects budget.
• Knowledge of Kingdom financial processes and procedures.
• -Ability to present budgeting plans and requirements to senior management and other government authorities.
• Ability to negotiate with multiple stakeholders to secure budget for projects
• Capable to fluently communicate in Arabic and English
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills.