Cost controller

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 12-month PAYE contract.
• Aberdeen-based position.
• Opportunity to work with a major Oil & Gas Operator.
• Collaborative and fast-paced working environment.