Sandton: Senior Cost Controller (6 month contract) posted by Isilumko Staffing

Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cost Controller to join our team within the Plant Projects sector. This role will provide comprehensive cost control support for capital projects, maintenance projects, and wells. The successful candidate will act as the central point of accountability for cost control, ensuring the alignment of financial performance against project goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain the Control Base for the project, ensuring accurate cost reporting and financial governance.
• Link cost reports and SAP structures to the Control Base.
• Support the development and monitoring of Authorisation for Expenditure (AFE) to PPA partners.
• Track and report on Value of Work Done (VOWD) and monitor cost commitments and reconciliations.
• Produce high-quality monthly cost reports, accruals, and updates to the project budget.
• Ensure cost reports reflect accurate project health status through the tracking of changes, risks, and contingencies.
• Manage cost risk registers and support risk impact assessments on cost and schedule.
• Oversee cost change management processes, ensuring timely updates to cost forecasts and financial closure.
• Ensure proper internal controls, including the creation of purchase requisitions, invoice verification, and financial processing.

Key Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelors degree in accounting, engineering, commerce, or quantity surveying. A post-graduate qualification or MBA is advantageous.
• Experience: At least 15 years of relevant experience, preferably with extensive experience in capital project cost control.
• Skills: Strong analytical skills, proficiency in SAP, financial management, risk management, project coordination, and reporting.
• Competencies: Excellent understanding of all phases of the project delivery process, from inception to completion. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities are essential.

Key Competencies:

• Financial Management & Risk Management expertise
• Advanced data management and reporting skills
• Ability to lead and influence stakeholders, both internally and externally
• Proactive problem-solving skills, particularly in project cost and risk areas
• Experience in working with large-scale, multi-phase projects in a fast-paced environment

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, high-pressure environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.