Title:  Strategic Finance Lead

Job Req ID:  13969
Description: 

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. We are the world's largest producer of hydrocarbons (oil and gas), with the lowest upstream carbon intensity of any major producer. 

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.

Overview

We are actively seeking a seasoned and self-driven Financial Expert to join the Planning & Reporting Group with HR & Corporate Services Business Line (HR&CS) .  The ideal candidate will possess an exceptional grasp of financial principles, adeptness in analyzing intricate and extensive datasets, and a demonstrated history of delivering valuable financial insights.  This important role will be instrumental in providing essential financial advice to the Executive Vice President and other HR&CS leaders in analyzing operating statements and financial positioning, forecasting business performance and earnings, and assimilating this information into business advice and recommendations.

HR&CS’ business is a diverse and manpower-intensive organization with 15,000+ employees.   Our suborganizations vary in nature, and include: Human Resources, Training & Development, Safety & Security, Government Affairs, Public Affairs, Community Services, Transportation (Marine, Aviation, etc.), and Medical Services Support.

Key Responsibilities

  • Analyzing diverse financial data, encompassing company financials, market trends, and economic indicators with a keen eye for insights.
  • Crafting and executing intricate financial models and forecasts to guide strategic decisions.
  • Identifying and assessing potential investment avenues to maximize returns.
  • Generating comprehensive financial reports and dynamic presentations.
  • Overseeing budgets meticulously and maintaining precise expense tracking records.
  • Collaborating seamlessly with various departments to address financial concerns and foster cross-functional solutions.
  • Offering invaluable financial advice and guidance to internal stakeholders based on astute analyses and projections.
  • Remaining abreast of pertinent financial regulations and emerging trends to ensure proactive compliance and informed decision-making.
  • Financial planning and analysis (FP&A): Reviewing and providing relevant advice that will help the organization accurately plan, forecast, and budget. This will support the company's major business decisions and future financial health.

Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; a Master's Degree preferred.
  • At least 15 years progressive financial experience , including:  providing financial review and support for new startups/organizations.
  • Proficiency in utilizing financial modeling software such as Excel and Bloomberg to create intricate financial models.
  • Demonstrated prowess in analytical thinking and problem-solving.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, coupled with excellent interpersonal abilities.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, complemented by a proven capacity to work autonomously while maintaining high-quality standards.

Working environment

Our high-performing employees are drawn by the challenging and rewarding professional, technical and industrial opportunities we offer, and are remunerated accordingly.

At Aramco, our people work on truly world-scale projects, supported by investment in capital and technology that is second to none. And because, as a global energy company, we are faced with addressing some of the world’s biggest technical, logistical and environmental challenges, we invest heavily in talent development.

We have a proud history of educating and training our workforce over many decades. Employees at all levels are encouraged to improve their sector-specific knowledge and competencies through our workforce development programs – one of the largest in the world.

 

Country/Region:  SA