Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lead Cost Controller to join us on a fixed term contract in our Aberdeen office located in the Prime Four Business Park.



As Lead Cost Controller, you will be a part of the Finance Department. Your main responsibilities will be to provide a proactive & robust cost management service and take ownership of project P&L reporting within DeepOcean's guidelines and procedures.



Duties and Responsibilities



Line management of cost control team

Internal project P&L reporting & forecast including preparation & posting of project accruals and variance analysis.

Preparation & review of client cost reports

Ownership of aged debt & optimisation of cashflow

Input to preparation of variation order requests as required by project team.

Creation of project budget as handed over from tendering.

Highlight in timely manner any areas of concern for potential cost overrun.

Management of risk & opportunity reporting

Review of final project performance v as sold and feedback variances to tendering to promote improvement.

Support client & external audits as required.

Input to monthly project reviews with Senior Management.



Qualifications



Project cost control knowledge & experience.

Project accounting knowledge & experience.

Previous line management experience is beneficial

Advanced Excel skills.

Experience of using ERP systems.

Degree qualified in Finance or Business Studies is preferable.

ACCA I CIMA qualified/ part qualified is beneficial.

Experience of broader project controls remit is an advantage.



Personal Qualities



Demonstrates commitment to DeepOcean Values, Visions and Behaviours.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Attention to detail.

Strong communication skills both oral and written.

Ability to manage a team & be team player

Commitment to continuous improvement.

Commercially aware and understanding of contracts to maximise profit and minimize risk.

Able to deliver high quality outcomes in a dynamic environment.



We can offer



Competitive terms.

Fun and team-oriented work environment.

Opportunities to develop in a safe environment.

Exciting, challenging and rewarding work environment.



DeepOcean has joined the United Nations Global Compact, the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative. We support the 10 United Nations Global Compact Principles on human rights, labour standards, environment, and anti-corruption. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and workplace. We value inclusion, equality and diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status or gender identity.