Senior Director - Cost Reporting & Controls - 20004847. CDU3

Overview

General Summary

Strategic Leadership In Cost Controls

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cost reporting and control strategy for Qiddiya, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and governance frameworks
• Serve as the principal authority on cost transparency, performance monitoring, and financial accountability

Standardization & Reporting Frameworks

• Create standardized methodologies for cost reporting, including templates, KPIs, and dashboards applicable to all projects and programs
• Guarantee the uniform application of reporting standards throughout Qiddiya

Periodic & Board-Level Reporting

• Deliver timely, precise, and insightful monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on cost and performance for Executive Leadership and Board Committees
• Provide comprehensive executive commentary, trend analysis, and forward-looking insights

Data Integrity, Systems & Compliance

• Implement strong validation and reconciliation processes across systems, including SAP, PRISM, Unifier, and BI tools
• Ensure adherence to audit requirements, internal policies, and governance standards

Internal Controls, Audit & Policy Oversight

• Design, execute, and regularly evaluate a robust internal control framework for cost reporting processes
• Serve as the senior stakeholder for internal audits and oversee the remediation of identified control deficiencies

Governance & Performance Monitoring

• Conduct monthly reviews of cost performance
• Ensure the timely escalation of variances, risks, and issues, alongside proactive recommendations to Committees

Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Interface

• Act as the primary point of contact with Executive Leadership and cross-functional stakeholders
• Influence strategic decisions by leveraging insights from cost performance

Talent Management & Organizational Development

• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, and development initiatives for cost reporting and control teams
• Foster strong analytical and governance capabilities within the organization

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Advocate for automation, advanced analytics, and the integration of innovative technologies
• Collaborate with IT and Digital teams to establish a single source of truth and enhance cost governance maturity

Reporting Line

Requirements

• Minimum of 13 years of experiences
• Bachelor's degree
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent leadership and team management capabilities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills