Strategic Campus Budget & Forecasting Advisor

Eram Talent; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Eram Talent is seeking a Planning and Budgeting Advisor to deliver strategic financial guidance, forecast budgets, and monitor financial performance for the Campus and Community department in Jeddah. The role collaborates with university management to optimize resource allocation and ensure budget alignment with institutional priorities.

The advisor will prepare detailed reports, conduct variance analyses, and support scenario planning to mitigate risks and identify cost-saving opportunities,

Qualifications

• Provide financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making for Campus and community department.
• Ensure alignment of budgetary plans with Campus and Community goals and priorities.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting processes.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, variance analyses, and cost assessments for both OPEX and CAPEX.
• Ensure effective management of operational expenditures by identifying potential efficiencies and cost reductions.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial forecasting, analysis, and reporting to support strategic decision-making for Campus and community department.
• Ensure alignment of budgetary plans with Campus and Community goals and priorities.
• Strong understanding of budgeting, financial planning, and forecasting processes.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, variance analyses, and cost assessments for both OPEX and CAPEX.
• Ensure effective management of operational expenditures by identifying potential efficiencies and cost reductions.
• Monitor budget performance and provide regular updates on financial status, risks, and opportunities.
• Analyze financial trends and identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring resource optimization.
• Work closely with Campus and community units to gather budget inputs and provide guidance on financial planning processes.
• Advise leadership on budget policies, financial planning strategies, and funding requirements.
• Recommend appropriate adjustments to budgets and resource allocation in response to operational needs or external factors.
• Assist in financial scenario planning and risk management for strategic projects and initiatives.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, variance analysis, and cost control methods.
• Capability to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies within budgetary constraints.
• Ability to align financial planning with the university strategic goals and priorities.
• Expertise in long-term financial scenario planning, risk assessment, and contingency planning.
• Ability to analyze complex financial data, interpret trends, and provide recommendations to optimize resource allocation.

Job description

Eram Talent is seeking a Planning and Budgeting Advisor to deliver strategic financial guidance, forecast budgets, and monitor financial performance for the Campus and Community department in Jeddah. The role collaborates with university management to optimize resource allocation and ensure budget alignment with institutional priorities.

The advisor will prepare detailed reports, conduct variance analyses, and support scenario planning to mitigate risks and identify cost-saving opportunities,