Budgets & Accountability Analyst I - LHR Global

*At this time, we are only receiving applications from candidates who are currently situated in the USA and have the ability to work in the USA. Please make sure your CV is in English only, thank you.

Who is our client and your future employer?

Our client occupies a unique position in the global energy industry. They are one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbons (oil and gas). With significant investment in technology and infrastructure, they strive to maximize the value of the energy they produce for the world and commit to enhancing value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and with offices around the world, our client combines market discipline with a generations-spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades of experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven them to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to many communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy they supply.

LHR Americas

LHR Americas recruits professionals from around the world to work for top oil and gas companies globally.

Who are we looking for?

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounting Staff Analyst who is expected to provide professional budgetary and accountability service in a staff capacity to support department and/or division management. Develop complex procedures and techniques for planning and financial analyses, cost control and comprehensive programs for achieving departmental objectives. Functions include budget, performance indices, cost control, contracts, and technical or business analysis projects. Prepare and provide all necessary documents (e.g., accountability reports, business plan, mid-year, year-end, etc.) for management review, admin area requirements and reporting deadlines. Help prepare board materials for Board of Directors meetings as it pertains to the business plan (i.e., expense projections, manpower, capital programs). May provide guidance throughout the year through monitoring and tracking capital programs. May provide work direction to assigned staff. Must be able to work under tight deadlines, handle stressful situations, and work well with others as a team player.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or closely related degree; Certified Budget Specialist (CBS), CMA certification, or other budgeting, accounting or financial planning, performance and analytics certification preferred
• 2 to 6 years experience in cost control, budget systems, business systems, EDP systems or related activities.
• Knowledge and experience with performance measurement tools and methodology as well as expertise with analyzing key performance indicators and attributes.
• Must be able to communicate and comprehend accurately, clearly, and concisely in English at a level required to perform the job as outlined; must possess good writing skills and have experience with writing company-level performance accomplishments.
• Must have ability to perform statistical and problem analyses while working under time constraints and have working knowledge of applicable EDP systems and programs; must possess good work habits, a strong work ethic, and be able to adhere to company work hours, policies, and standard business etiquette.
• Must be proficient using Microsoft products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, knowledge of Power BI, Power Automate) and SAP

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the preparation of routine or special reports for department management review and approval.
• Work with corporate groups in maintaining the flow of business information to assist Department Head/Division Heads in keeping operating and manpower budgets within established programs and standards.
• Conduct studies relating to technical or business analysis, productivity and effective utilization of funds and resources or other areas of concern.
• Develop cost control measures required to meet cost/schedule/program objectives.
• Provide and record operations performance data with particular emphasis on portrayal of trends.
• Provide for the development and maintenance of statistical reports, visual presentations and others for management purposes.
• Guide the work of subordinates as applicable.

These are the steps to apply for this job:

1. Resume Evaluation:

A member of our recruitment team will evaluate whether your resume matches the client's job description requirements. If your resume is not suitable, you will receive an email notification within 7 working days.

2. Interviews Stage:

If your resume matches the client's job description requirements, a member of the LHR Americas Talent Acquisition team may schedule a call to verify your English proficiency or professional experience. Only native or advanced speakers will pass this evaluation.

If this process is successful, your resume will be submitted to our client.

If your preliminary phone/video interview is unsuccessful, our Talent Acquisition consultant will inform you.

3. Client Interview:

This interview will only occur if your resume is approved by our client.

If your interview is successful, the hiring team will further evaluate your resume, decide, and then you will receive a conditional job offer.

If your phone/virtual interview is not approved, LHR Americas will inform you.

4. Conditional Offer:

A successful interview may result in a conditional job offer.

Employment conditions include but are not limited to medical examinations and residency in the country.

Important Notice: By applying through LHR Americas, you are ensuring that your CV will be manually revised by one of our recruiters. If accepted, we will submit it directly to our client’s recruitment team where your CV will be prioritized for revision. If you decide to apply directly through our client’s career site as well, LHR Americas will lose all visibility of your hiring process and will be unable to support you. Additionally, your CV will be among thousands of other applicants that have a chance of not being carefully revised by our client due to the very high interest in this position. LHR Americas has direct and weekly communication with this client and will strive to represent you in the most efficient way possible.