Cost analyst (operation & maintenance)

About the job Cost Analyst (Operation & Maintenance)Due to the continued success of our Middle East operations, we are looking for aCost Analyst (Operation and Maintenance).Independently lead the project to develop andimplement a full unit costing procedure to achieve an auditable unit cost in collaboration with the relevantteams/departments within the client organization.Develop and implement an effective cost analysis,benchmarking, and reporting model/framework in linewith best practices and international standards tosupport the client in achieving their cost / operationalefficiency and performance objectives, such asmaximizing asset utilization, reducing operation andmaintenance costs, andextending asset lives.Develop performance metrics / KPIs to support the clientin improving performance.Transform the invoice/payment process to ensureoutsourced costs are recorded timely on an ongoingbasis in accordance with the full unit costing procedure.Coordinate with the relevant teams/departments toestablish tools and systems for unit costing.Develop cost analysis to support management decision-makingrelated to tariff setting, asset investment,operation and maintenance, etc.Validate the periodic results, interpret trends/findings,and communicate / present results to management.Qualifications:Bachelors degree in Accounting or Finance, or MBAfrom a Western country is a must.Preferably holding a professional certification in arelevant field.Minimum 20 years of experience in accounting, finance, or similar roles, preferably in a Western country.Strong data analytics, project management, leadership,change management, time management, interpersonal,communication, and presentation skills.Self-motivated and ability to work independently andcollaboratively.Ability to take initiative and carry out duties with minimalsupervision.Excellent MS Excel and Power Point skills.Fluency in the Arabic language is preferred.