Financial Analyst
About this role
Job Purpose
To support enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. This role serves as the analytical backbone for the Group Finance team, ensuring the integrity of financial models and providing quantitative evidence for strategic decision-making
Key Accountabilities
1. Commercial Business Partnering & Insight
- Act as a dedicated partner to departmental heads, translating operational activities into financial outcomes.
- Collaborate with commercial and operations teams to challenge assumptions and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Provide "front-line" analysis on pricing strategies, margin performance, and market trends.
2. Strategic Planning & Scenario Modeling
- Support the execution of annual budgets and long-range plans.
- Develop agile "what-if" financial models to evaluate business cases, product launches, or capital investments (CapEx).
- Maintain integrated forecasting models that reflect current market conditions.
3. Performance Management & Value Creation
- Deliver monthly performance packs that explain the commercial "story" behind budget variances.
- Monitor cross-functional KPIs to ensure alignment with long-term Group strategy.
- Partner with stakeholders to develop data-backed remedial actions for performance gaps.
4. Data Governance & Reporting Excellence
- Drive the adoption of Business Intelligence (BI) tools for real-time visibility into financial performance.
- Standardize reporting protocols to ensure a "single version of the truth" across all business units.
- Ensure financial modeling adheres to internal governance and accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
Qualifications & Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field. An MBA or Master's degree is preferred.
- Professional Certifications: ACCA, CIMA, or CPA is highly desirable.
- Experience: 3–5 years in FP&A or Corporate Finance within large-scale companies or MNCs.
Technical Skills & Competencies
- Job-Specific Skills:
- Advanced Excel, Power BI, and financial modeling.
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics.
- Solid understanding of IFRS/GAAP.
- Core Competencies:
- Detail-Oriented: A "zero-mistake" mindset regarding data accuracy.
- Analytical Curiosity: Proactively investigating the "why" behind the numbers.
- Communication: Explaining technical financial data clearly to non-finance colleagues.
- Resilience: Ability to perform under tight deadlines during budget or month-end seasons.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Financial Analyst position at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company?
The salary for this Financial Analyst role at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Financial Analyst position at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company located?
This Financial Analyst role at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company is based in Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Financial Analyst role at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Financial Analyst role in the HO department at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company.
Which team or department does the Financial Analyst at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company belong to?
This Financial Analyst position is part of the HO department at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Financial Analyst position at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company?
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When was the Financial Analyst job at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company posted?
This Financial Analyst position at Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company was posted on Apr 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Financial Analyst
Matar Al Baqmi Holding Company
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