Senior Manager - Budgeting, Planning & Financial Analysis - 50007782 HB4

Senior Manager – Budgeting, Planning & Financial Analysis

Join Qiddiya Investment Company as a **Senior Manager – Budgeting, Planning & Financial Analysis**, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy and operational excellence of a transformative investment entity. This position is designed for a seasoned financial leader with a proven track record in driving data-driven decision-making, optimizing resource allocation, and fostering sustainable growth within a dynamic and innovative environment.

As the Senior Manager, you will be responsible for leading the financial planning, budgeting, and analysis functions to ensure alignment with Qiddiya’s strategic objectives. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing robust financial models, forecasting trends, and delivering actionable insights that empower leadership to make informed, high-impact decisions. This role demands a strategic mindset, analytical rigor, and a commitment to delivering measurable results in a fast-paced, high-growth organization.

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Lead Financial Planning and Budgeting: Oversee the end-to-end financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with organizational goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine financial strategies that support long-term sustainability and scalability.
• Drive Financial Analysis and Reporting: Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Develop comprehensive reports and dashboards that provide clear, actionable insights to stakeholders at all levels.
• Optimize Resource Allocation: Work closely with business units to allocate financial resources efficiently, balancing short-term needs with long-term strategic investments. Ensure cost-effectiveness while driving innovation and operational excellence.
• Strategic Financial Forecasting: Develop and maintain sophisticated forecasting models to anticipate market dynamics, economic shifts, and internal performance metrics. Provide data-backed recommendations to mitigate risks and capitalize on growth opportunities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing strategic financial guidance and facilitating data-driven discussions. Foster strong relationships with internal teams and external partners to align financial strategies with broader business objectives.
• Process Improvement and Innovation: Identify opportunities to enhance financial processes, leveraging technology and best practices to improve efficiency, accuracy, and transparency. Champion a culture of continuous improvement in financial governance.
• Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure adherence to financial regulations and internal policies. Monitor financial risks and implement controls to safeguard organizational assets and reputation.

Qiddiya Investment Company is at the forefront of shaping the future of entertainment, culture, and innovation in Saudi Arabia. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking initiatives while working in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment. If you are a strategic financial leader with a passion for driving impact through data and analysis, we invite you to be part of our mission to redefine possibilities.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; an advanced degree is a significant advantage.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in financial planning, budgeting, and analysis, with a strong background in strategic financial management.
• Proven expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis, with experience in large-scale organizations or investment companies.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• A track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving process improvements in financial operations.
• Familiarity with financial software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities, with a results-oriented mindset.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on a visionary organization. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to the future of Qiddiya, we encourage you to apply.