Lead Cost Controller

Hutcheon Mearns; Kingswells; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international business in Kingswells is seeking a Lead Cost Controller to join their Finance & Project Services Department. This pivotal role involves managing a cost control team, taking ownership of project P&L reporting, and enhancing cost management within projects. Candidates should possess project cost control and project accounting knowledge, along with advanced Excel skills. Flexibility in working arrangements is offered, along with competitive terms in a rewarding work environment.

Benefits

Competitive terms

Fun and team-oriented work environment

Opportunities for development

Flexible, hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven project cost control knowledge and experience.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in project accounting advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide robust cost management service for projects.
• Own project P&L reporting to drive improvement.
• Manage risk and opportunity reporting efficiently.

Skills

Project cost control knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Team management

Attention to detail

Commercial awareness

Education

Degree in Finance or Business Studies

ACCA / CIMA qualified or part qualified

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Hutcheon Mearns has been engaged to source a Lead Cost Controller for a highly successful, international business with a very significant UK presence. This business has a "Go Green" attitude, continuously looking to make their customers operations more sustainable through reducing both carbon footprint and costs.

Providing a range of innovative services in the energy space, our client is a world-leader in its field and is a sizeable, profitable and international business which has an ambitious growth strategy and a true focus on people.

The Opportunity

As Lead Cost Controller, you will be a part of the Finance & Project Services Department. Your main responsibilities will be to provide a proactive and robust cost management service and take ownership of project P&L reporting. This is a key role which will drive improvement across the cost / project control function.

• Line management of cost control team
• Internal project P&L reporting and forecast including preparation and posting of project accruals and variance analysis
• Preparation and review of client cost reports
• Ownership of aged debt and 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 and opportunity reporting
• Review of final project performance v as sold and feedback variances to tendering to promote improvement
• Support client and external audits as required
• Input to monthly project reviews with Senior Management

Background and Experience

• Project cost control knowledge and experience
• Project accounting knowledge and 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
• Demonstrates commitment toValues, 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 and be team player
• Commitment to continuous improvement
• Commercially aware and understanding of contracts to maximise profit and minimise risk
• Able to deliver high quality outcomes in a dynamic environment

What’s On Offer

• Competitive terms
• Fun and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to develop in a safe environment
• Exciting, challenging and rewarding work environment
• Flexible, hybrid working

Next Steps

To apply, please send a detailed CV. Or for a confidential discussion please contact Jane Grant on 07849 087 947. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.