COST CONTROLLER

PT Amman Mineral Nusa Tenggara; Nusa Tenggara Barat; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Indonesia is seeking a Cost Controller responsible for monitoring project expenditures, developing budgets, and analyzing cost variances. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in finance or a related field and at least 4 years of experience in a similar role, particularly within the mining sector. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in relevant software are essential. This role offers a competitive salary and is located in Nusa Tenggara Barat.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in cost controlling or financial management.
• Experience in similar roles within a large mining organization is desirable.
• High level of integrity and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Monitor OPEX and CAPEX/project expenditures within budgetary constraints.
• Collaborate with project managers and financial teams to develop budgets.
• Analyze cost data and trends for variances between budgeted and actual costs.
• Prepare cost forecasts and estimates for future project phases.
• Generate reports detailing cost performance for stakeholders.

Skills

Financial analysis skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Power BI

Analytical capabilities

Excellent communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field

Tools

SAP (FICOPS module)

ERP System

Planning & budgeting system

Job description

Monitor OPEX and CAPEX / project expenditures to ensure they remain within budgetary constraints throughout the project's lifecycle.

Collaborate with project managers and financial teams to develop budgets, considering all relevant expenses, including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead costs.

Analyze cost data and trends to identify variances between budgeted and actual costs and investigate the reasons behind these variances.

Prepare cost forecasts and estimates for future project phases, helping project teams anticipate potential cost overruns and take corrective actions.

Generate regular reports detailing cost performance, presenting findings to project stakeholders and management.

Evaluate and process change orders or variations in project scope, assessing their impact on project costs and ensuring proper documentation.

Collaborate with procurement and vendor management teams to negotiate favourable contracts and pricing with suppliers and subcontractors.

Develop and implement cost control strategies and cost-saving measures to optimize project financial performance.

Ensure that all financial practices and project expenditures comply with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.

Identify potential financial risks and work with teams to develop risk mitigation plans.

What skills and experience do you need?

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience in similar roles as Cost Controller, preferably within a large mining organization.

Strong financial analysis skills with the ability to understand and interpret financial data, budgets, and cost estimates.

Proficiency in relevant software tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, ERP System, and Planning & budgeting system.

Proficiency in SAP (FICOPS module), SAC Planning and XERAS would be advantage.

Strong analytical capabilities and the use of financial software and tools for cost tracking and forecasting.

High level of accuracy and attention to detail in cost tracking and reporting.

Ability to work collaboratively with project managers, procurement teams, and other project stakeholders.

Possess leadership traits and organizational, scheduling & time management skills; Ability to work both independently and as a team player and thrive in a fast paced, high pressure environment dependent on managing multiple project timelines and schedules simultaneously; Ability to communicate well, and work productively with internal and external individuals; A commitment to safety and a desire to maintain our Indonesian mining operations to world class international safety standards; Demonstrate strong conceptual skills, and capable of developing lateral and practical solutions; High level of integrity and commitment; Good analytical, conflict resolution, sound decision making skills.

Excellent communication skills in English both verbal and written; computer literate.

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Amman Mineral International (AMMAN) is the second-largest copper-and-gold mining company in Indonesia, operating the Batu Hijau mine on the island of Sumbawa. In all aspects of business and operations, AMMAN adheres to international standards of corporate governance, sustainability, and environmental responsibility.

The corporate vision is to be a transformative organization creating a legacy of best. This vision reflects the commitment to achieve excellence in all operational aspects. Through optimal operational efficiency and astute financial management, AMMAN can maintain a cost of production lower than sales revenue even during the most-challenging phases of a market cycle.

AMMAN continues to encourage "brave thinking" from all employees. Innovative ideas, from whatever source, are evaluated without prejudice and implemented if found useful. This concept is also applied to programs to improve the welfare of local communities. Through "brave thinking", AMMAN has become a role model for other business entities striving for operational excellence and good environmental stewardship.