Project Cost Controller at Petrofac Training Services

Petrofac Training Services is a leading FTSE 100 company, providing integrated services across the oil and gas asset life cycle in 29 countries worldwide
 JOB TITLE:  Project Cost Controller-001382
Description
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Adherence to local HSSE policies and procedures
Focal point for commercial matters on Nigerian training contracts.
Perform all tasks and prepare all information in accordance with the company’s policies, processes and procedures.
Prepare regular cost reports for onward submission to clients.
Liaise with procurement and planning departments with respect to project commitments and cost phasing.
Preparation and agreement of comprehensive and regular monthly invoices and valuations and ensuring these are presented to clients in a timely and correct manner.
Provide commercial support to Regional Project Manager in the preparation of annual budgets and re-forecasts.
Assist in Tender  commercial  and contractual terms and conditions and prepare any necessary risk reviews/ assessments and clarifications or qualifications
Monitor outstanding debtors and ensure that any commercial problems are addressed and that cash collection is maximised.
Processing of third party invoices, preparation of client billings and assistance in the month/quarterly/half yearly/year end accounting process.
Advise project team on variations
Review of charges to area budget to ensure validity and integrity of accounting distributions and cost allocations apportioned to specific projects
Preparation of cash forecasts for assigned area and liaison with cash and disbursements groups to ensure that all cash requirements are predicted well in advance of requirements.
Supporting the Regional Project Manager by providing ongoing and regular commercial analysis and information regarding the financial performance of their contracts.
Ensure the commercial and administration requirements for each contract are understood and complied with.
Commercial coordination of sub-contracted services and agreements.
Ensure that internal cost reporting for each contract meets with corporate accounting requirements and that ongoing analysis is being made to track recovery against costs and highlight and resolve any associated issues.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
Degree or finance/accounting related professional qualification, e.g. ACA/ACCA
Experience in a similar role
Oil & gas industry experience is desirable
Must be a team player
Commercially aware
Knowledge and experience of Nigerian tax regulations
Ability to liaise and communicate with clients ( Internal & External )
Will be a self-starter and demonstrate a high level of initiative
Will have excellent communication and computer skills
Ability to consistently meet reporting deadlines
Experience in a similar role is essential

How to Apply
Interested applicants should
1. log on to: http://www.petrofactraining.com/
2.  Click on careers
3. Click on View Vacancies
4.  Click on job search
5.  select Nigeria from list of locations
6. Click Search.