Expert Financial Modeling

Job purpose

Lead the Group's business Financial Modeling advisory function by developing and maintaining advanced financial models, scenario and sensitivity analyses, and planning frameworks that support strategic decision-making. The role ensures the integration of financial planning with operational execution, guiding investment decisions, divestments, and growth initiatives. It plays a critical part in delivering accurate, data-driven insights that align with corporate objectives and enhance the Group's financial performance and long-term value creation.

The position will act in accordance with the Group's Mission, Vision, Values & Strategies, as well as, policies, guidelines, and international standards, supported by an IT Technology platform, HSE standards, Omani's government & other legal justifications, and best international practices in consonance with national objectives.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Business Planning & Financial Advisory

• Lead the development and enhancement of financial models to support strategic decision-making, incorporating growth projects, asset divestments, and various market scenarios.
• Drive the integration of scenario analysis and price sensitivity assessments into all financial planning activities to evaluate potential risks and returns under multiple business environments.
• Guide the implementation of advanced planning systems, forecasting tools, and financial databases to support dynamic and responsive financial planning aligned with Group objectives.
• Advise business units and Group leadership on the financial implications of strategic initiatives, including capital deployment, divestiture options, and new investments.
• Oversee and support the execution of the annual budgeting and planning cycle, including mid-year forecasts, rolling re-forecasts, and long-range planning updates.
• Ensure planning frameworks align with financial reporting standards, regulatory requirements, and strategic priorities

Strategic and Operational Support

• Provide expert insight and recommendations on business planning strategies, with a focus on value creation, capital efficiency, and return optimization.
• Develop and maintain robust financial planning models that integrate operational inputs, macroeconomic assumptions, commodity price scenarios, and market variables.
• Collaborate with performance reporting teams to ensure consistent use of assumptions and alignment of financial and operational KPIs.
• Evaluate and challenge OPEX and CAPEX proposals using scenario-based financial impact assessments, incorporating NPV, IRR, and payback analyses.
• Deliver strategic financial perspectives to shape Group-level priorities, investment strategies, and funding allocations.
• Oversee the production of the annual business plan, financial forecasts, budget narratives in close coordination with finance, strategy, and operational teams.
• Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and analytical rigor of all planning-related reports, presentations, and submissions to senior management and the Board.

Process & Systems Development

• Drive the continuous improvement of planning processes, data governance practices, model standardization, and system capabilities to support real-time analytics and decision-making.
• Enhance documentation standards for financial models and planning outputs to ensure transparency, repeatability, and audit-readiness.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of departmental policies and internal controls related to business planning and financial governance.

People Development & Knowledge Sharing

• Foster a culture of analytical excellence and financial acumen within the planning team.
• Promote knowledge transfer, model standardization, and best practice sharing across teams to elevate Group-wide capabilities in financial modelling and strategic planning.

Special Projects

• Support and lead financial modelling efforts for Group-wide transformation initiatives, divestments, M&A transactions, and major capital projects.

Key interactions:

Internal: OQ Streams/Assets

External: Shareholders, Advisors & Consultancy companies

Notable Working Conditions. Office environment, intensive computer screen use, sporadic visits to operation site.

Education requirements

• Minimum qualification is a bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Management, or equivalent.
• Master's degree or professional certification like MBA, ACCA, CFA is a plus

Language

Excellent knowledge of written, read, and spoken English (required)

Background and experience

• Minimum 8-10 years of relevant experience in a similar role or domain, with a strong foundation in business planning and forecasting.
• Oil & Gas / Energy sector experience is essential, with deep understanding of industry-specific financial and operational drivers.
• Proficiency in building, maintaining, and auditing robust financial models to support budgeting, forecasting and scenario analysis.
• Demonstrated heritage of working in a business planning and reporting capacity, supporting annual plans, forecasts, budgets, and strategic initiatives.
• Proven track record of driving process improvements, implementing best practices, and enhancing planning/reporting tools and methodologies.

Competencies and skills

• Solid understanding of financial principles and budgeting processes, .
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities while ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong commitment to accuracy, data integrity, and continuous improvement in planning and reporting processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with enterprise performance management (EPM) tools (such as SAP BPC) along with strong Excel and data visualization (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) capabilities.