Job Abstract

Cost Controller

Responsibilities:

• Build estimates for assigned work-list within TACT tools that incorporates all planned scope
  

• Able to work extended hours, including weekends, when turnarounds are in execution.
  

• Work with scheduler and planners to validate work inventory and to obtain missing or incomplete data, etc.
  

• Participate/Facilitate setting up initial Master Resource Plan and review Contract Strategy with TA team
  

• Ensures that TA team members understand the cost tracking & accrual work processes
  

• Utilize and maintain all necessary tools to provide TA leadership accurate estimates and forecasts for all assigned accounts
  

• Tracks costs during the course of the turnaround (Pre, Execution & Post stages)
  

• Analyze vendor reporting and cost estimates for variances from established plan
  

• Work with cost accountant to ensure that all forecasting and accruals are submitted in accordance with company policy
  

• Accrue all costs in accordance with the client’s expense guidelines
  

• Provides data/reports to Turnaround Manager for required TA cost authorizations and cost updates
  

• Provide monthly / yearly forecasts to TA Manager
  

• Must be able to articulate and present cost data, cost trends, etc. to leaders in the business
  

• Analyzes cost data and identifies discrepancies; takes appropriate action to resolve
  

• Ensures accurate reflection of committed/spent funds, scope changes, and add-ons in all cost documents
  

• Drive final billing process by contacting vendors and requesting final billing
  

• Finalize & archive all cost information and provide final TA cost projections that will be included in TA Closure Report

Skills

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) or International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
  

• Must be strong in Excel and ability to manage large amounts of data.
  

• Possess strong analytical and conflict resolution skills.
  

• Good written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  

• Strong work ethic
  

• Strong Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work in a team environment.
  

• Willingness to follow established processes       
   

The following lists the minimal technical requirements for this role:

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel
  

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
  

• Strong organizational & communication skills
  

• Ability to investigate and communicate variances and discrepancies with internal and external parties
  

• SAP experience is desirable
  

• Degree or background in Accounting or related field preferred or 2+ years’ experience providing cost support for a TA, outage, and/or project.

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