Cost Controller
Listed on 2026-10-12
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Finance & Banking
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting -
Accounting
Financial Analyst, Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant
Our client, an Oil and Gas Operator is seeking an experienced Cost Controller. Is an initial 12 month PAYE contract role with a Hybrid Working system in place.
Purpose of Role: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.
Areas of Accountability, Responsibility and Competence:- Delivery of accurate and timely cost information
- Drive monthly cost reviews with incumbent budget holders
- Works with budget holders to prepare business plans, Value of Work Done, and forecasts
- Tracks commitments and invoices against activities
- Support business P2P process for area as required
- Liaise with Supply Chain on invoice related issues as appropriate.
- Provision of information for cost allocations cycles as required
- Prepares variance and trend analysis as required
- Collaborates with key stakeholders including budget owners, contract owners and accountants
- Undertakes various reconciliation or deep dive exercises as required
- Provides support to master data and reporting structure requirements
- Provide ad-hoc cost analysis and management presentations as required
- ER Allowance - The postholder may be required to join the emergency response rota should this become a requirement of the position.
Degree qualified and/or appropriate experience and qualifications
Understanding of Upstream E&P industry requirements
Strong understanding of cost management including Value of Work Done and forecast to complete
Solid understanding of contracts and procurement
Strong analytical skills
Experience of Finance systems
Excellent interpersonal skills and adept at interacting with individuals at all levels in the organisation
Focus on service delivery to business and functions
Flexible and responsive to stakeholder requirements and changing environment
Ability to deliver high quality work by deadlines and work effectively under time pressure
Ability to work on own initiative, proactively drive change, take responsibility and manage tasks through to completion
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