About this role
Key Responsibilities
Prepare routine and ad-hoc management reports, including performance packs, dashboards, and key operational/financial metrics (e.g., production volumes, cost per BOE, lifting cost reports, OPEX vs. budget).
Ensure all reports are delivered on time and presented in a clear, concise, and actionable format.
Support preparation of board-level and executive management presentations.
Data Gathering & Validation
Collect, reconcile, and validate data from multiple sources, including operations, accounting, and engineering.
Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial and operational datasets used for reporting and decision-making.
Develop and maintain robust data controls and audit trails.
Financial & Operational Analysis
Conduct variance analyses (actuals vs. budget/forecast) across CAPEX, OPEX, and production metrics.
Analyze trends, drivers, and underlying factors impacting financial and operational performance.
Provide actionable insights and early warning signals to management regarding performance gaps or opportunities.
Benchmarking & Industry Analysis
Perform benchmarking studies to compare company performance against peers and industry best practices.
Track commodity price trends, cost benchmarks, and operational efficiency metrics relevant to upstream oil & gas.
Support competitive intelligence initiatives to guide strategic positioning.
Modeling & Decision Support
Build and maintain financial and operational models to support decision-making on projects, budgets, and investments.
Conduct sensitivity analysis and scenario planning to evaluate financial impact under different assumptions.
Partner with business units to provide financial insight into operational and strategic decisions.
Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge, experience and proficiency demonstrated in all the activities described above.
Familiarity with IFRS and other relevant financial regulations in the oil and gas industry.
Proficient in financial modeling, cost management software (e.g., SAP, Oracle), and MS Excel.
Strong technical skills in Excel, financial modeling, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
Familiarity with IFRS/GAAP and corporate governance standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
Minimum Qualification/Experience
Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, engineering, or a related field. A master’s degree or MBA is an advantage.
Professional certifications such as CPA, CMA, ACCA, or ICAN are highly desirable.
3–5 years’ experience in financial analysis, reporting, or planning, ideally within oil & gas, energy, or capital-intensive industries.