Budget and Cost Control Officer (m/f)

Duties

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the interdependence of cost drivers
• Input of Budget data into the Company’s budgeting systems
• Work closely with Project Control personnel, Cost Engineers and Cost Controllers to prepare the monthly Look Ahead Report and associated variances reporting during Development Phase
• Work closely with Contract Holders and Contract Engineers to review and monitor Actual calculations for major contracts. Ensure Actual is calculated and reported in a manner that is consistent with Company guidelines
• Ensure the collection, consolidation and review of the monthly analysis and reporting of G&A costs. Inform Department managers and Directors on the status of G&A costs and provide analysis and reviews as required
• Provide and oversee the execution of budget and cost control in relation of purchasing activities such as Contract Board submission reviews and purchase order and requisition verification
• Oversee records database, collect and analyze information of present and past costs, identify savings to improve the planning processes and company performance

Requisites

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or similar subject
• At least 2 years’ experience in finance / cost control function
• Experience in an Oil & Gas / extraction industry is preferable
• Good understanding of commercial contracts common structure
• Knowledge of accounting system, both Local GAAP and IFRS
• Experience in budget and multi-year plan preparation
• Sound experience in budget control, explanation of variances actual vs budget, forecasting and reporting to Management
• Knowledge of financial analysis
• SAP experience preferred
• Proficiency in Portuguese and English languages (verbal and written)

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted