Group Financial Planning & Reporting Manager

We are seeking an experienced Group Financial Planning & Reporting Manager to lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting for a diversified business group in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. Our client is a diversified business group based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, with interests spanning food manufacturing, engineering, automotive-related businesses, agriculture and real estate.Salary- 20,000- 25,000 SAR + Medical and Air ticket for self and family+ Performance based BonusThe ideal candidate will combine strong technical FP&A capabilities with commercial awareness and strategic thinking. Experience supporting diversified business operations, industrial or manufacturing groups, or large multi-entity organisations will be an advantage.The successful candidate will bring strong group-level FP&A expertise, advanced financial modelling capabilities and the ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business insights across multiple business units.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning, Budgeting & ForecastingLead the annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts and long-range financial planning across the group.Develop comprehensive financial models to support business planning, investment decisions and growth initiatives.Conduct scenario analysis, sensitivity testing and financial evaluations to assess business opportunities and risks.Establish consistent planning processes, timelines and governance frameworks across business units.Financial Performance & Management ReportingLead the preparation of monthly and quarterly management reports, consolidated performance dashboards and executive reporting packs.Analyse actual performance against budget, forecasts and prior periods, providing clear variance analysis and actionable commentary.Monitor key financial and operational performance indicators, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve profitability.Provide timely, accurate and meaningful financial insights to support management decisions.Business Partnering & Strategic AnalysisPartner with business heads and functional leaders to evaluate financial performance, challenge assumptions and improve accountability.Support strategic initiatives involving capital investments, business cases, pricing decisions, cost optimisation and potential M&A opportunities.Provide financial analysis and recommendations to the Finance Director and senior leadership team.Identify opportunities to improve financial performance, operational efficiency and resource allocation.Group Reporting & Financial GovernanceOversee group-level financial reporting and consolidation processes, ensuring consistency, accuracy and transparency.Ensure reporting practices comply with applicable IFRS/IAS requirements and internal financial policies.Coordinate with accounting, treasury, tax, internal audit and external auditors to support reporting accuracy and compliance.Strengthen financial controls, reporting processes and planning systems across the group.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline. A master's degree or MBA is an advantage.Professional qualifications such as CMA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA is a must.8–12 years of progressive experience in financial planning and analysis, corporate finance, financial reporting or strategic planning.Demonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and management reporting processes.Experience in a group-level, multi-entity or multi-business-unit environment is highly desirable.Strong understanding of financial performance analysis, management reporting and financial consolidation.Good knowledge of IFRS/IAS principles, financial controls and reporting governance.Advanced Excel skills and experience with Power BI, ERP systems and financial planning tools.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills.Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and translate financial information into practical business recommendations.