Project cost monitoring and financial reporting sit at the centre of the UCC PMV Cost Control Officer job in Saudi Arabia. You will track project spending, analyse costs, prepare forecasts and support decisions involving contracts, vendors and project stakeholders.
You need a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, plus at least five years of working experience. Applications are submitted through the employer’s official careers website.
Main Responsibilities
Your work will cover project expenditure, cost analysis, reporting and controls. The employer identifies the following responsibilities:
- Monitor project budgets and expenditures to identify variances or discrepancies.
- Track and analyse project expenses covering labour, materials, subcontractors and overhead.
- Conduct cost analysis and cost-benefit evaluations to identify potential cost savings.
- Prepare financial forecasts and projections.
- Perform variance analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Produce regular reports and financial statements summarising project costs and budget performance.
- Develop and implement cost-control procedures, policies and best practices.
- Assist with contract negotiations and work with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors on pricing, terms and payment schedules.
Cost-Control Knowledge And Technical Requirements
The employer requires knowledge of project cost planning, scheduling and reporting. You also need an understanding of operating procedures used for project controls and cost management functions.
ERP knowledge is required for success in the position, with SAP functional skills preferred. Knowledge of cost-control packages such as CCS or Candy is considered a distinct advantage.
Computer proficiency and a working knowledge of new technology are also required. These technical requirements support the job’s reporting, analysis and project-control work.
Skills The Employer Wants
The stated skill set combines financial, commercial and project-control capabilities. It includes:
- Cost management and cost control
- Project estimating
- Financial reporting
- Project controls
- SAP ERP functional skills
- Computer proficiency
- Projects-commercial competencies
The listing identifies two years of GCC experience as a plus, while the stated experience requirement includes at least three years of relevant work. Your overall experience should be at least five years.
How to Apply
- Review the education, experience and technical requirements to confirm that your background matches the position.
- Update your CV to show your relevant cost-control, financial reporting, project-controls and ERP experience clearly.
- Use the official application button provided by GluJob below this article, and confirm the current vacancy status on the employer’s careers site.
- Sign in or create an account if required, complete the employer’s application form and provide the requested information.
Apply on Official Career Site
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Source: UCC PMV KSA