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Head of Financial Planning Analysis Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Confidential

Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) to lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across multiple business entities. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting executive decision-making, and ensuring effective financial governance and planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long‑term financial planning processes.
  • Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic initiatives and business decisions.
  • Prepare and present financial performance reports, business insights, and recommendations to senior management and the Board of Directors.
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts and provide actionable recommendations.
  • Ensure alignment of planning activities across different business units.
  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements.
  • Support business growth initiatives, investment evaluations, and strategic projects.
  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to improve financial visibility and decision‑making.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the FP&A team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
  • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in FP&A, budgeting, financial planning, or corporate finance.
  • At least 4 years of leadership experience managing and developing a team.
  • Proven experience owning the full budgeting and planning cycle.
  • Experience presenting financial reports and recommendations to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.
  • Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and compliance requirements.
  • Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Expected Credit Loss (ECL) provisioning.
  • Exposure to Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A).
  • Strong understanding of microeconomics.
  • Good knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
  • Experience managing financial planning activities across multiple entities or business units.

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Title: Head of Financial Planning Analysis

Company: Confidential

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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