26 Commercial Finance jobs in Saudi Arabia

Job Title: Financial Analysis Manager

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Permanent

• Lead the preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term financial planning.

• 8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis (FP&A), with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.

• Analyze financial results, variances, and key performance indicators to provide actionable insights.

• Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting processes.

• Collaborate with business units, operations, and leadership teams to align financial goals with organizational objectives.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.

• Mentor and manage a team of financial analysts, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement.

• Present financial insights and recommendations to senior management and executive leadership.

• Drive process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency in financial reporting and analysis.

Job Introduction:

The Commercial Category Finance Business Partner is a pivotal role and will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial leadership and strategic partnership across frozen solutions product categories in GCC region. You will driving a profitable growth by translating commercial strategies into financial outcomes, ensuring robust financial planning, analysis, and decision-making. This will include strategy planning, RGM, new product innovation partnership in frozen solution range.

Key Responsibilities:

(1) Strategic

• Strategic Business Partnering: Act as a key financial business partner to Category Marketing and Sales teams, providing financial insights and analysis to support strategic planning, new product development, and portfolio optimization.
• Commercial Initiative Evaluation: Lead the financial evaluation of all commercial initiatives, including pricing strategies, promotional activities, trade spend, and marketing campaigns, ensuring ROI maximization and adherence to financial targets.
• Performance Analysis: Develop and implement robust financial models and dashboards to track, analyze, and report on category performance, identifying key drivers of profitability and areas for improvement.
• Forecasting & Budgeting: Collaborate with Category teams to develop accurate and insightful financial forecasts and budgets for assigned categories, incorporating market trends, competitive landscape, and commercial strategies.
• Post-Mortem Analysis: Conduct thorough post-implementation reviews of commercial programs to assess effectiveness and identify best practices.
• Act as a Key advisor to commercial teams, providing financial insights to support business decisions.

(2) Operational

• Lead Commercial financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• P&L Ownership: Provide financial leadership and support for the GCC Frozen Solutions Profit & Loss (P&L) statement, driving initiatives to optimize revenue, manage costs, and enhance profitability
• Gross Margin Management: Proactively identify opportunities to improve gross margin through cost optimization, pricing adjustments, and mix management.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales and marketing, and other departments to ensure financial alignment and support decision-making.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects to enhance financial processes and systems within the supply chain function.
• Commercial Deal Support: Provide financial analysis and negotiation support for significant commercial agreements and contracts within KSA specifically and Kuwait/UAE at a higher level with Geo Finance partner support.
• Market Insights: Analyse market trends, competitor activities, and economic factors impacting the regional business, translating these into financial implications and opportunities.

(3) People

• Develop a Saudi finance partnering team across Frozen Solutions to create a long term sustainable robust organization.

(4) Risk Management

• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with supply chain activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of commercial finance, trade investments, and pricing strategies.
• Excellent analytical skills with proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive strategic financial decisions.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field (MBA or professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred).
• +8 years of experience in financial planning, analysis, or business partnering within the FMCG sector.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia or the Middle East market is a plus

Description

At Basamh Group, our mission is to grow people and companies by empowering individuals and fostering collaborative relationships to achieve sustainable success. Backed by over 75 years of experience, we've built a strong, consumer-centric ecosystem serving the MEA region. Our excellence in distribution is driven by Basamh Trading Company (BTC) in retail and Specialized Food Services (SFS) in HORECA. GoodyCo leads our efforts in marketing and brand building, while Thokoman Foods anchors our manufacturing capabilities.

Guided by our core values of true ownership, passion to grow, transparency and family spirit, we are committed to establishing long-term partnerships with our people and all those we work with. We aim to strengthen our network, uplift our communities, and build a legacy of homegrown success stories that inspire the leaders of tomorrow.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Financial Analysis Assistant Manager. Responsible to drive financial results by working with assigned business function (Brand / Sales (CDM/BDM) / Operations / IDU).

Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate, you will:

• Be the finance spoc for the assigned category / department as part of the Multi-functional Business Cell Team.
• Be the finance leader in all Multi-functional business cell meetings, that provides financial insights into business decisions.
• Actively participate in BCM discussions to drive business forward. Also enable team with financial data on Sales, Profit, Spending, Building Blocks leading to category profit efficiency tracking.
• Provide monthly reporting of the assigned category's financial results. Perform variance analysis of actuals vs. forecast, and propose corrective actions, where needed.
• Lead the preparation of annual budget of the assigned business department or Category in line with the company's short / medium term targets.
• Lead certain financial analysis processes / projects as and when assigned by the manager e.g. NPDs tracking, Factsheets process management, competitive analysis, customer profitability analysis and any other projects.
• Conducting business analysis on the assigned category / department to drive value addition that will improve business financial performance (e.g. Optimizations in pricing, channel mix, sku mix, cost, spending etc.).
• Develop accurate & automated reporting tools for financial data reporting and analysis, that enables quicker work processes.
• Work closely as needed with the accounting team to exchange information on budgets/spending and ensure accurate booking and tracking of expenses in P&L.
• Seek to learn and grow self-capability in financial and accounting standards and budget management.
• Expected to be part of organization/capability building effort e.g. actively participates and/or organizes team engagement events.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate, you will have:

• 2-4 years of relevant experience
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field is required.
• Strong communication skills
• Accounting knowledge (optional)
• Proficiency in financial analysis

Working Environment

At Basamh Group, we pride ourselves on attracting talented individuals by offering dynamic and rewarding professional opportunities that inspire growth and innovation. We are deeply committed to fostering a culture of growth by supporting continuous development through hands-on learning, comprehensive online resources, interactive training, and personalized coaching. Guided by our core value of family spirit, we cultivate an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. We ensure our people contribute to our collective success while finding fulfillment and pride in being part of the Basamh Group family.

Job Description
Provide financial advice, support and consultation to the assigned departments to ensure the alignment with the set financial plans and policies. Develop financial reports and analysis to identify the financial impact and the financial performance in addition to supporting the decision-making process for assigned departments or business functions.

Accountabilities

• Lead the financial evaluation in the assigned departments' projects through the set of the financial plan, development and review of the financial models, data and KPIs and the alignment with the concerned stakeholders.
• Act as the financial partner to the assigned departments through providing the support, financial knowledge, budget and forecasts and communicating the business requirements/needs of the assigned departments to the Finance division's different departments to ensure interdepartmental alignment.
• Issue periodic financial reports for the assigned departments including the review of the actual progress against the financial plan in order to identify the financial performance of the assigned departments to the concerned stakeholders.
• Perform financial analysis for the assigned departments including the deficiencies and the areas of improvement in order to support the decision making process.
• Follow-up with the assigned departments and stakeholders on the decisions and corrective actions based on the financial analysis provided and identifying the financial impact of the decisions.
• Participate with the assigned departments in the development, update and documentation of the processes, procedures, SOPs…etc. through the collaboration with the concerned stakeholders to ensure standardization and the alignment with the financial requirements.
• Lead and participate in the automation of the financial analysis reports through the collaboration with the concerned departments as the IT division to ensure the efficiency, timely and accuracy of the financial reports and financial data.
• Act as a key advisor to business units, providing strategic financial insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Drive the performance of finance teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and strategic financial management.

Employee duties are not limited only to the above-mentioned Accountabilities; he/she may perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• Indoors : 90%
• Outdoors : 10%
• Working Days : 5 Working Days
• Days off : 2 Days Off
• Working Hours : 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM (1 hour break)

Job Requirement

Education

• BSc in Finance or Accounting

Experience

• 3 in a similar role (for MG) 5 in a similar role (for SMG) Years of Experience

Computer Skills

• MS Office Suite

Language

• English
• Arabic

Internal Job Title:Assistant Manager (Financial Analysis & Reporting)

Business: Lucy Switchgear Arabia

Job Reference No: 4165

Job Purpose

•To provide timely & accurate financial information and reports

•Payroll Administration & Management

•Assist the FM in all matters related to Compliance, Reporting and Audit

Job Dimensions

Number of Staff Supervised:Direct Reports:One

Key Accountabilities

Monthly, quarterly and annual closure and preparation of management reports and financial statements are undertaken in a timely manner to meet strict group reporting deadlines. - Timeliness and accuracy

In coordination with the FM preparation and analysis of periodic cash forecasts, exceptional reporting, inventory & general provisioning. - Timeliness and accuracy

Process the employee payroll on a monthly basis and posting the same to appropriate general ledger accounts. - Timeliness and accuracy

Analyzing the collated data and filing of periodic VAT return and in coordination with the FM liaising with the consultant wherever needed. - Timeliness, accuracy and compliance

Controller and custodian of company’s GL and chart of accounts - Accuracy & correctness

Collaborate with the FM in the detailing and data accumulation work for the preparation of monthly reporting, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets by extensive excel based analytical reporting including dashboards. - Timeliness and accuracy

Work alongside the FM for any ad-hoc deliverables to support both internal and external financial and analytical reporting requirements. - Timeliness and accuracy

Collaborate with the FM in managing the yearly statutory audit process by preparation of schedules and coordinating with the auditors for smooth completion of audit. - T imeliness and accuracy

Assist the FM in ensuring compliance with all legal and statutory requirements and the ongoing development and implementation of internal controls and procedures across the business. - Timeliness, accuracy and compliance

Collaborate with the FM in liaising with the AX team for any AX related requirements as and when the need arises. - Value Addition to the existing process

Managing and mentoring the accountants

Job Context

The position is responsible to:

•Participate as a finance stake holder for the business in cross functional teams.

•Work well with stakeholders as well as with a variety of people and personality types.

Minimum Qualifications and Knowledge:

Degree in recognized accounting qualification (ACCA / ACA / CMA)

Minimum Experience: 10 years in a similar role

Job-Specific Skills: Financial Acumen, Eye for Details, Tech Savvy, Decisiveness, Analytical Thinking, Manage Deadlines, Methodical Approach, Accuracy, Effective Verbal & Written Communication, Innovation & Creativity, Commercial Awareness, Planning & Organizing, Maintain High Degree of Confidentiality.

Behavioral Competencies: Integrity & Ethics, Self-Motivation, Teamworking, Agility & Adaptability, Cultural Intelligence, Engaging & Developing People, Interpersonal sensitivity

Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process in quick and easy. Apply today!

Financial Analysis Manager, FAAS, Riyadh
In Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) within Assurance, we assist our clients to address the accounting and financial reporting challenges facing their business. You will be part of a team that provides insight and services that accelerate analytics, decision-making and innovation to build a stronger and more efficient finance function. You will experience ongoing professional development through diverse experiences, world-class learning and individually tailored coaching.

That is how we develop outstanding leaders, who team up together, to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in doing so, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.

Sound interesting? Well this is just the beginning. Because whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

The opportunity
Our FAAS practice is one of the fastest growing areas of our business. As a result, we have a recruitment need for a manager, Financial Analysis to join our team to support on services related to accounting projects in the public and private sector. The role will be based in Riyad

Your Key Responsibilities
Responsible for leading and managing financial analysis and planning activities within large-scale government transformation and revenue optimization programs.

Directing the development of financial models, forecasts, and analytical dashboards to support strategic decision-making.

Designing operating models and financial frameworks that improve efficiency and fiscal sustainability across government entities.

Overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and performance management processes, ensuring compliance with IPSAS/IFRS standards.

Leading the preparation of management reports and high-quality presentations using PowerPoint and data visualization tools.

Coordinating with cross-functional teams across finance, data, and strategy functions to ensure project alignment.

Supervise and mentor junior team members.

Skills And Attributes For Success
Proven experience in financial analysis, modeling, and performance management.

Strong analytical capability to process and interpret large financial datasets.

Proficiency in Power BI, SQL, Python, and advanced Excel modeling.

Excellent communication and presentation design skills.

Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities

To qualify for the role, you must have
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or Economics (master's preferred).

Professional certification: CMA, CFA, or FMVA.

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, including at least 4 years in a Big 4 firm.

Demonstrated experience in government financial transformation, operating model design, and revenue optimization.

Knowledge of IPSAS/IFRS standards.

Experience in advising on financial sustainability, budgeting, or cost optimization within public sector programs.

What We Look For
We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.

What We Offer
We offer a competitive compensation package where you'll be rewarded based on performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. Plus, we offer:

Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next

Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate

Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

Qiddiya Investment Company, a pioneering force in the development of Saudi Arabia's largest entertainment city, is seeking a dedicated and seasoned professional to fill the role of Senior Director Finance/Commercial (Hospitality). In this strategic leadership position, you will guide financial operations and commercial strategies within our hospitality division.

The Senior Director will oversee financial planning, budgeting, and analysis, ensuring that our hospitality projects align with the company's overall financial objectives. You will collaborate with various teams to optimize profitability and enhance operational efficiencies, while also identifying new business opportunities within the hospitality sector.

• Lead the financial strategy for hospitality projects, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Monitor and optimize financial performance, managing costs and maximizing revenue across hospitality operations.
• Develop and implement financial models to assess the viability of new initiatives and investments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prepare comprehensive business plans and performance reports.
• Establish financial policies and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate financial risks.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior management based on financial assessments and market trends.
• Represent the finance department in strategic meetings, ensuring financial considerations are integrated into decision-making processes.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• Minimum of 15+ years of relevant experience in finance and commercial strategy within the hospitality industry
• Proven experience in financial management, budgeting, and forecasting
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify trends
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with experience in managing teams
• Knowledge of industry standards, financial regulations, and best practices in the hospitality sector
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders at all levels

Overview

Job Summary: We are seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join our team and help drive financial planning and forecasting activities to support the company's strategic goals. The ideal candidate will be responsible for analyzing financial data, preparing reports, and supporting key decision-making processes.

• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to senior management
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Collaborate with various departments to gather financial data and support decision-making
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of financial planning and analysis activities
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the company's financial health

• A Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field is essential
• Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or CFA are highly desirable
• 8 to 15 years of relevant experience in profitability and performance management, with a focus on financial analysis and decision-making support
• Prior experience in the utilities, power, or energy sectors is highly preferred
• Proven experience in financial planning and analysis, preferably in a managerial role
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and financial planning software