Key Responsibilities
- Prepare Work Program and Budget pack for Annual Budgets (CAPEX/OPEX/NON-ROUTINE) and ensure its accurately mapped in SAP
- Prepare Budget Revisions/Supplementary Budget and ensure appropriate justification and supporting documentation is valid and enough
- Prepare AFEs with accuracy and ensure the requested AFE complies with client Policy and Procedures
- Ensure compliance with and implementation of approved Budget Control related Procedures and Work Instructions
- Review reallocation journal/expenditure postings in SAP FI and advise on the proper allocation of AFE number and WBS Element
- Work in close coordination with the cost, planning & project team to ensure proper and timely recording of expenditure through Service Entry Sheets
- Provide solutions to the project team on budget issues and ensure invoices are processed and returned to Finance for payment within the target dates
- Justify monthly and quarterly variance and ensure the reasons are valid, and obtain mitigation measures from the cost, planning & project team
- Review the project status, CWIP, and Completion Certificates to ensure the capitalization process is in line with client Policy and Procedures
- Collaborate with other departments and gather information for management reporting
- Determine the data/information required for Reporting and Dashboards
- Design, maintain, and update the Power BI Dashboards
- Participate in continuous improvement of budget control activities
- Capacity to prepare ad-hoc reports for specific budget and cost analyses when required
- Provide on-the-job coaching & development of staff
Requirements
- A university/college degree in financial accounting or a CPA, ACCA, CGMA, or equivalent
- At least 7 years of relevant experience in project cost budget control
- Experience in the Oil & Gas industry is preferable
- Effective analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- Performs routine duties independently and refers to the Line Supervisors on non-routine work
- Working knowledge of SAP (e.g., PS, MM modules) is essential
- Expertise in MS Office applications and databases, particularly in Power BI, Excel, and PowerPoint
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.