Project Controller - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - Petroplan

Petroplan

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Aberdeen, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description

Permanent
Aberdeen

ROLE DESCRIPTION
Responsibility for all aspects of cost control of assigned projects including forecasting and commitment tracking of man hours, procurement activities and vessel operations
Provide project managers with advice and support in financially managing their projects
Ensure that SAP accurately reflects project costs and revenues to date, including any accruals or prepayments
Assist the project managers in the preparation of monthly project and financial forecasts for assigned projects
Assist the project manager in the preparation of a monthly financial sensitivity analysis for their projects
Analyse variances from as-bid financials by building a detailed monthly analysis of variances from prior forecast
Prepare month end project reports and review with Project Manager
Attend project / client meetings and provide relevant cost and financial input as required
Prepare and issue, or support the preparation and issue of all project invoices, including a focus on collection of payment
Prepare project cash flows in support of the Group's treasury requirements for cash flow forecasting
Develop effective interfaces with all Project functions and contribute to improvement programs;
build/enhance relationships with project managers to ensure communication and flow of information is effective
work with project managers to develop and improve reporting tools/systems and make recommendations to improve/enhance existing processes
Any ad-hoc activities as required

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in project accounting and cost control within a similar industry
An interest in (or already in the process of) obtaining a recognised accounting body qualification
Good awareness of relevant accounting standards
Committed to self development
Confident in the use of Excel
Communicate effectively and articulately at all levels
Good analytical skills and effective forward planning
An understanding of SAP
Able to demonstrate leadership skills by motivating/influencing others to achieve the required outcomes and are proactive in making suggestions for improvements to systems and procedures

About Petroplan
Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector.

Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer.

What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.