Cost controller

Cost Controller Aberdeen | 12-Month Contract | PAYE / RTW Required

Our client, a leading Oil & Gas Operator, is seeking an experienced Cost Controller to join their Aberdeen-based team on a 12-month PAYE contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to support key operational functions by providing accurate cost control, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting across a busy offshore asset environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive monthly cost reviews with budget holders.




• Prepare and maintain budgets, forecasts, business plans, and Value of Work Done (VOWD) reporting.




• Track commitments, invoices, and expenditure against approved activities.




• Support Purchase-to-Pay (P2P) processes as required.




• Liaise with Supply Chain and Finance teams to resolve invoice and cost-related issues.




• Provide variance analysis, trend reporting, and cost allocation information.




• Collaborate with budget owners, contract owners, accountants, and other key stakeholders.




• Perform reconciliations, cost investigations, and detailed financial analysis.




• Support reporting structures and master data requirements.




• Produce ad hoc cost reports and management presentations.




• Maintain accurate cost tracking and provide timely reporting to budget holders.

Requirements

• Degree qualified and/or relevant industry experience.




• Previous cost control experience within the upstream Oil & Gas sector.




• Strong understanding of cost management principles, including forecasting and Value of Work Done.




• Knowledge of contracts, procurement, and financial processes.




• Experience using finance systems and reporting tools.




• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.




• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.




• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.




• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.




• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and drive tasks through to completion.

What’s on Offer

• 12-month PAYE contract.




• Aberdeen-based position.




• Opportunity to work with a major Oil & Gas Operator.




• Collaborative and fast-paced working environment.

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