GLOBAL OIL GAS SENIOR SAP CENTRAL FINANCE AND GROUP REPORTING SPECIALIST

This role requires the candidate to permanently relocate to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. About the Company This company engages in the exploration, production, transportation, and sale of crude oil and natural gas. It operates through the following segments: Upstream, Downstream, and Corporate. The Upstream segment includes crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids exploration, field development, and production. The Downstream segment focuses on refining, logistics, power generation, and the marketing of crude oil, petroleum, and petrochemical products and related services to international and domestic customers. The Corporate segment offers supporting services including human resources, finance, and information technology. The company was founded on May 29, 1933, and is headquartered in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Job Summary We are seeking a seasoned expert in implementing the SAP Central Finance suite of solutions for large companies to function as a Business System Analyst in the Digital Finance Transformation Division of the Digital Finance Department. The Digital Finance Department (DFD) is responsible for the coordination, development, and management of information systems used in financial accounting, treasury, financial planning & forecasting, performance management, and the entire suite of digital solutions for the Finance Business line. The department personnel are multidisciplinary professionals with a key focus on Financial Applications functional experience and IT technical background. The Digital Transformation Division is responsible for providing program management services for design, coordinating the development, testing, and rollout of group finance solutions. Group finance solutions leverage tools including but not limited to the following: SAP Central Finance S4 / HANA Treasury Management (Cash Pooling, Central Payments, etc.) S4 / HANA Group Reporting & Advanced Finance Closing (AFC) Intercompany Hub for matching & reconciliation (ICMR and/or Blackline) Integrated Planning & Performance Management (SAP or non-SAP Planning solutions) The Business System Analyst is expected to facilitate important business outcomes such as acceleration of financial close, enabling financial transparency at Group and affiliate levels, driving corporate performance, and facilitating value realization with efficient cash management by implementing SAP Central Finance, Group Reporting, and other related solutions. The Analyst will deliver such outcomes through structured implementation of SAP Central Finance and Group Reporting suite of solutions by working with corporate stakeholders such as IT, facilitating affiliate integrations, and providing continued support. Key Responsibilities: Partner with business stakeholders for scoping, design, development, and testing of Group financial solutions. Coordinate with affiliate organizations for infrastructure readiness and data exchange. Assess SAP Central Finance and Reporting requirements and provide implementation support. Offer ongoing support for SAP Central Finance and Group Reporting modules. Implement CFIN mappings, configure Group reporting solution, and manage master data. Analyze and resolve complex system issues, collaborating with the IT team if needed. Develop comprehensive financial reports according to GAAP and IFRS standards. Stay updated on SAP updates and best practices for Central Finance and Group Reporting. Participate in system upgrades and implementation projects. Document processes and maintain user guides for knowledge transfer. Stay current on SAP Central Finance advancements and obtain necessary certifications. Communicate technical concepts effectively to diverse audiences. Maintain and optimize digital solutions. Define setup and integration of SAP Central Finance solutions between Group and affiliates. Recommend finance function transformation with SAP Central Finance. Assess integration feasibility for Company Affiliates and provide advisory support. Utilize excellent communication skills for workshops and issue troubleshooting. Ensure financial information integrity and strengthen protection mechanisms. Support the solution through continued engagement, maintenance, and enhancements. Requirements: Willingness to relocate to Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Hold a Bachelor's degree in finance or IT; advanced business degree or professional certification preferred. Have 6-8 years of experience implementing SAP-based financial accounting systems. Minimum of 4 years experience in SAP Central Finance and Group Reporting solutions. Demonstrated understanding of implementing financial accounting systems including benefits articulation, technical evaluation, critical success factors, and project risks. Hands-on experience implementing SAP Central Finance and Group Reporting systems. Ability to analyze financial accounting landscape and provide architectural options for implementation. #J-18808-Ljbffr