Senior Financial Analyst

Job SummaryWe are seeking a highly analytical and commercially minded Senior Financial Analyst to join our Finance team.The successful candidate will play a key role in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), budgeting and forecasting, financial modeling, investment and project feasibility analysis, management reporting, and business performance evaluation.The ideal candidate will have strong financial modeling capabilities and the ability to transform complex financial and operational data into clear insights and recommendations that support senior management's strategic and investment decisions. Previous experience within real estate development, investment, construction, or a related sector in Saudi Arabia is highly preferred.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)Lead and support the preparation of annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and long-term financial plans.Analyze actual financial performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.Prepare detailed variance analyses and identify the underlying drivers of financial performance.Develop financial forecasts for revenue, operating expenses, capital expenditure, cash flow, and profitability.Work closely with business units to collect, validate, and challenge financial assumptions.Develop financial KPIs and dashboards to monitor organizational and project performance.Identify financial risks, opportunities, trends, and areas requiring management attention.Financial Modeling & Business AnalysisDevelop and maintain sophisticated financial models to support strategic and operational decision-making.Perform scenario, sensitivity, and what-if analyses to assess different business assumptions.Evaluate the financial impact of strategic initiatives, investments, projects, and business opportunities.Prepare profitability, margin, cost, and cash flow analyses.Translate complex financial data into concise and actionable management insights.Support business cases and strategic planning initiatives across the organization.Real Estate Investment & Feasibility AnalysisDevelop and review real estate project feasibility studies and investment models.Analyze project assumptions including land cost, construction and development costs, selling prices, rental income, operating costs, financing, and project timelines.Calculate and evaluate key investment indicators, including:IRR – Internal Rate of ReturnNPV – Net Present ValueROI – Return on InvestmentROE – Return on EquityPayback PeriodProfit MarginDevelopment YieldPerform sensitivity and scenario analyses covering changes in sales prices, development costs, financing costs, absorption rates, and project schedules.Evaluate potential real estate acquisitions, developments, partnerships, and investment opportunities.Support management in comparing alternative investment scenarios and capital allocation decisions.Management ReportingPrepare high-quality monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.Develop executive-level financial presentations for senior management and, where required, the Board of Directors.Provide clear commentary explaining key financial results, variances, risks, and opportunities.Prepare financial dashboards and performance reports to improve management visibility.Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial information presented to management.Cash Flow & Funding AnalysisPrepare and maintain cash flow forecasts at company and project levels.Analyze funding requirements and expected cash inflows and outflows.Support analysis of financing alternatives and their impact on project and company returns.Assist in evaluating debt structures, financing costs, and funding scenarios.Monitor liquidity requirements and highlight potential funding gaps.Business PartneringPartner with Finance, Development, Projects, Sales, Marketing, Procurement, and other departments to understand financial and operational performance.Challenge business assumptions constructively and provide data-driven recommendations.Support department heads in budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-making.Provide analytical support for strategic initiatives and management requests.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.Master's degree or MBA is an advantage.Professional qualifications such as CFA, CMA, CPA, ACCA, FMVA, or equivalent are highly preferred.Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in financial analysis, FP&A, investment analysis, corporate finance, or related functions.Previous experience in real estate development, real estate investment, construction, investment banking, private equity, or financial advisory is highly preferred.Strong understanding of financial statements, corporate finance, investment principles, and valuation methodologies.Demonstrated experience developing complex financial and feasibility models.Technical SkillsAdvanced Microsoft Excel and financial modeling skills are essential.Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting.Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools is highly preferred.Experience with ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics is an advantage.Ability to work with large datasets and convert financial information into meaningful business insights.Strong PowerPoint and executive presentation skills.Required CompetenciesExceptional analytical and quantitative skills.Strong commercial and investment mindset.Excellent attention to detail and financial accuracy.Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities.Ability to identify key drivers behind financial performance.Strong communication and presentation skills.Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly to non-financial stakeholders.Ability to manage multiple assignments and work effectively under tight deadlines.Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills.High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgment.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments.