About this role
We are currently looking for experienced professionals for the below position with our prestigious client for an Oil & Gas / Operations project in Saudi Arabia. Position: Planning & Budget Officer Location: Saudi Arabia Nationality Requirement: European candidates only (as per client visa quota requirements) Job Purpose: The Planning & Budget Officer will support the department’s fiscal strategy by managing budget preparation, long-term planning, KPI development, budget tracking, financial reporting, and coordination with various divisions to ensure alignment with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Budget Compilation & KPI Development Prepare and compile departmental budgets, operating plans, manpower budgets, and related documents. Develop and track departmental KPIs aligned with financial and operational goals. Budget Guidance & Administration Support sections with budget preparation, AFE procedures, and budget control administration. Maintain and verify budget expenditure records. Monitor actual spending against approved budgets and provide timely updates. Long-Term Planning Prepare long-range budgetary and operational requirements aligned with the department’s five-year business plan. Financial Reporting & Analysis Track budget spending and KPI performance. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual budget KPI performance reports. Develop accrual reports, NDE & capital expenditure reports. Invoice & Audit Management Process contractor invoices. Support audit activities and evaluate procedures for cost efficiency. Coordination Coordinate with internal departments and divisions for planning, reporting, and controlling information.