Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst
Make a difference every day 

We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life".  
 
Your Opportunity  

Analyse and report on all financial aspects applicable to the Client’s assets, including (but not limited to) the analysis of need, specification and procurement, delivery, storage, installation, operating and maintenance costs, and disposal and replacement implications, to ensure cost effective asset management of all life-cycle elements.

Key Accountabilities

• Study the current situation of the General Directorate of Operation and Maintenance regarding the Directorate's strategy, objectives, and mechanism for the execution of their activities using scientific methods such as SWOT analysis and other techniques, provided that detailed reports on these studies shall be issued to inform the gap analysis and business improvement plan. The Financial Analyst shall develop a mechanism to ensure that all Directorate activities are covered during the study phase.

  
  

• Develop the strategic direction and fiscal objectives for operations, maintenance, and facility management by studying and improving the current strategy (as above) and the Client’s long-term objectives.

  
  

• Designing and establishing policies, procedures, standards, manuals, and standard operating procedures, and working on controlling, governing, and automating them to ensure enhanced operational efficiency.

  
  

• Identify financial gaps in all Directorate activities in order to determine which negative impacts are caused by these gaps. Issue comprehensive reports, detailing the identified gaps and their impact on the Directorate's fiscal workflow.

  
  

• Stay updated with advancements in fiscal controls and practices. Seek opportunities for continuous learning, skill enhancement, and professional development in the field of financial analysis and management.

  
  

Specific Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance    
• 5 years experience in cost control and financial analysis.
• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and present fiscal information. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to team goals.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to identify and resolve financial challenges related to asset management. Ability to think critically and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Adaptability: Willingness to adapt to changing operational requirements, work in dynamic environments, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously. 

What’s in it for you? 

At Serco, our core values drive everything we do, and we believe in fairly compensating our colleagues for the value they bring to our organization. We are proud to offer a total reward package at Serco which includes: 

• Competitive monthly pay and allowances that are commensurate with the role and industry standards 

  
  

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage and life insurance, so our employees can feel secure in their health and financial wellbeing 

  
  

• We recognize the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer competitive leave benefits that exceed industry standards 

  
  

• We offer an annual airfare allowance to support our expat colleagues to stay in touch and visit their loved ones 

  
  

• We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where we foster a positive Safety-First culture 

  
  

• We care deeply about our colleagues' wellbeing and offer access to wellbeing programs and platforms to support their physical, mental, and emotional health. 

  
  

• As a global organization, we offer a vast array of career paths for our employees to choose from. The scale and breadth of our organization provides our colleagues with opportunities for growth and variety in their career path, both regionally and globally. 

  
  

Join Us 

At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day. 

Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career. 

Job Title
Make a difference every day 

We are a multinational organisation with a global team of 50,000 colleagues. In the Middle East we operate in the Transport, Defence & Advisory sectors, delivering services in Asset Management, Customer Experience, Fire & Rescue and Air Navigation Services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services to fulfil our purpose to impact a better future by "Bringing National Visions to Life".  
 
Your Opportunity  

(role) We are looking for a Talent Coordinator to support our Talent Centre of Excellence team with operational activities and projects related to Talent Management, Colleague Experience, Diversity and Inclusion (including Nationalisation), Leadership Development and Employee Wellbeing.  

(soft skills) The ideal candidate should have the ability to multi-task and manage various tasks, and good communication. Excellent organisation, time management and prioritizing skills. 

(contract/location) This role is part of the finance team and will be based in our corporate office in Dubai.  

Key Accountabilities (Key elements of the job) 

• Support the Talent and Colleague Experience team in all projects and deliverables. 
• Support in preparation of reports and data analysis of Talent frameworks. 
• Coordination with relevant stakeholders for high potential programmes, including planning, reports, meeting invites, and programme monitoring. 
• Coordination of the SME Graduate Programme ensuring top graduates are sourced from local and international universities, relevant screening processes used, appropriate induction plans in place, assist with programme design and success reviews. 
• Coordinate and support the annual Colleague Engagement survey project plan to ensure successful rollout and completion 
• Support in preparation of the annual wellbeing calendar, publishing across SME and ensure up take of events and initiatives through engaging communication plans 

Specific Requirements (What we are looking for in our candidates) 

• Ideally a degree holder in Human Resources/ administration or any related discipline. 
• Excellent MS Office skills (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, Power Bi) – proficient in word processing, developing presentations, reports and compiling documents into standard formats. 
• 1-2 years minimum experience in HR/Admin background 
• Advanced MS Office skills is essential as well as presentation abilities and MS Power Point skills 
• Strong analytical skills and MS Excel skills 
• Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow / Green / Black Belt preferred. 
• Someone who embraces diversity, fosters equity, respect and belonging in our workplace  

What’s in it for you? 

At Serco, our core values drive everything we do, and we believe in fairly compensating our colleagues for the value they bring to our organization. We are proud to offer a total reward package at Serco which includes: 

• Competitive monthly pay and allowances that are commensurate with the role and industry standards 

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage and life insurance, so our employees can feel secure in their health and financial wellbeing 
• We recognize the importance of work-life balance, which is why we offer competitive leave benefits that exceed industry standards 
• We offer an annual airfare allowance to support our expat colleagues to stay in touch and visit their loved ones 
• We pride ourselves on providing a supportive work environment where we foster a positive Safety-First culture 
• We care deeply about our colleagues' wellbeing and offer access to wellbeing programs and platforms to support their physical, mental, and emotional health. 

• As a global organization, we offer a vast array of career paths for our employees to choose from. The scale and breadth of our organization provides our colleagues with opportunities for growth and variety in their career path, both regionally and globally. 

Join Us 

At Serco, we believe there is a place here for everyone. A place where you can bring your authentic self to work every day. Our workplace culture is one that embraces diversity and fosters equity, respect, and belonging for every individual. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and creating an inclusive environment that proudly celebrates the perspectives and backgrounds that each of our employees bring to work every day. 

Join Serco and be part of a values-driven organization that invests in the development and well-being of its employees and offers a rewarding and fulfilling career. 

By joining Serco you will have unlimited access to our Global Employee Networks – SercoInspire (Gender), SercoEmbrace (Multicultural), and SercoUnlimited (Disability). Serco Employee Networks, led by colleagues who are passionate about diversity, inclusion and belonging. 

We take pride in what we do

Financial Analyst - Success Profile

Reporting to

Typically to the Business Manager

Division / Function

Serco Middle East / Advisory with purpose

Base location

Riyadh, KSA

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