Senior Cost Control Specialist

Senior Cost Control Specialist – Strategic Financial Leadership Opportunity

Join a leading Saudi Group as a **Senior Cost Control Specialist** within its dynamic Project Management Office (PMO), where you will play a pivotal role in transforming financial insights into actionable commercial strategies. This is not merely a traditional cost-control position—it is an opportunity to drive operational excellence, enhance profitability, and optimize asset utilization across a diverse range of activities.

As a key member of the PMO, you will collaborate closely with **Finance, Operations, Maintenance, and Leadership Teams** to deliver data-driven recommendations that directly impact business performance. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying cost-saving opportunities, mitigating revenue leakage, and ensuring optimal asset utilization—all while fostering a culture of financial discipline and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Your role will encompass a strategic blend of financial analysis, operational oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. Key responsibilities include:

• Financial Performance Monitoring: Track and analyze costs against approved budgets, operational targets, and profitability metrics to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Revenue & Cost Analysis: Conduct in-depth evaluations of revenue streams, operating expenses, maintenance costs, and profitability trends to uncover inefficiencies and growth opportunities.
• Budget & Variance Reporting: Develop and maintain comprehensive budget vs. actual reports, variance analyses, and profitability dashboards to provide leadership with real-time insights.
• Revenue Cycle Optimization: Monitor the monthly revenue cycle, identify potential revenue leakage, and implement corrective measures to enhance cash flow and collections performance.
• Invoicing & Receivables Management: Review invoicing processes, track unbilled revenue, and assess accounts receivable performance to ensure timely and accurate financial settlements.
• Asset & Operational Efficiency: Analyze equipment and asset utilization, idle time, and operational performance to recommend improvements that reduce downtime and enhance profitability.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Design and maintain interactive management reports, dashboards, and KPIs that offer clear visibility into business performance, enabling data-backed decision-making.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Finance, Operations, Maintenance, and PMO teams to refine cost-control strategies, improve revenue protection, and drive operational excellence.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is more than a conventional cost-control position—it is a chance to elevate your career by contributing to high-impact business decisions. Your work will directly influence **cost optimization, revenue protection, asset utilization, and overall profitability**, while providing exposure to multiple facets of the business. By moving beyond routine reporting, you will play a critical role in shaping the financial health and operational success of a major Saudi organization.

Qualifications & Experience

We are seeking a **Saudi National** with a proven track record in financial analysis, cost control, and operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will meet the following criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 6–8 years of hands-on experience in cost control, revenue management, or financial analysis, with a focus on asset-intensive industries such as equipment rental or fleet management.
• Technical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities, proficiency in financial modeling, and experience with utilization and profitability analysis.
• Industry Exposure: Preference for candidates with experience working across **Finance, Operations, Maintenance, and PMO functions**, though not mandatory.
• Certifications (Advantageous but Not Required): CMA, CFA, or a cost/financial analysis certification.
• Invoicing & Collections Expertise: Proven experience in managing invoicing processes, collections, and accounts receivable.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a **competitive monthly salary of SAR 14,450**, complemented by a comprehensive package of standard company benefits. It is an exceptional opportunity for Saudi finance professionals seeking to expand their commercial and operational influence within a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

If you are a finance or cost-control professional eager to make a meaningful impact and take on a role with **strategic visibility and operational influence**, we invite you to apply.