Cost Controller

Job Description

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Cammach are currently recruiting for a Cost Controller on behalf of our client. Based in Aberdeen, this is a 12-month contract opportunity, which offers the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement.

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ROLE

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Provide Cost Control support to the required function.  Maintain cost tracking data, provide regular cost reporting updates and administer detailed budget/forecasts to the incumbent budget holder(s). Focal Interface between Operations and Finance functions to ensure accurate cost information and budgeting activities. Follow company policies, procedures and contractual agreements. 

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RESPONSIBILITIES

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• Drive monthly cost reviews with incumbent budget holders

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• Works with budget holders to prepare business plans, Value of Work Done, and forecasts

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• Tracks commitments and invoices against activities

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• Support business P2P process for area as required

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• Liaise with Supply Chain on invoice related issues as appropriate.

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• Provision of information for cost allocations cycles as required

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• Prepares variance and trend analysis as required

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• Collaborates with key stakeholders including budget owners, contract owners and accountants

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• Undertakes various reconciliation or deep dive exercises as required

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• Provides support to master data and reporting structure requirements

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• Provide ad-hoc cost analysis and management presentations as required

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• ER Allowance – The postholder may be required to join the emergency response rota should this become a requirement of the position.

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REQUIREMENTS

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• Degree qualified and/or appropriate experience and qualifications

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• Understanding of Upstream E&P industry requirements

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• Strong understanding of cost management including Value of Work Done and forecast to complete

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• Solid understanding of contracts and procurement 

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• Strong analytical skills

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• Experience of Finance systems

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• Strong MS Office skills

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• Excellent interpersonal skills and adept at interacting with individuals at all levels in the organisation

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• Focus on service delivery to business and functions 

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• Flexible and responsive to stakeholder requirements and changing environment 

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• Ability to deliver high quality work by deadlines and work effectively under time pressure

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• Ability to work on own initiative, proactively drive change, take responsibility and manage tasks through to completion

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• Open, honest and reliable

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• Awareness of company HSES Policies and Business Management System (BMS)

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• Awareness of company Values & Behaviours

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