Department
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Title
BUDGET & COST CONTROLLER
Primary Purpose of Job
• Responsible for planning, preparation, management, cost control and reporting for the 5 Years Operating, Capital Budget, Manpower & Recoveries of VB / Departments. Coordinates with QATARENERGY Finance and Departments, as VB Budget SME, and contributes both at Budget Discussion meetings with Finance team and on financial matters (i.e., Payables, Receivables, Asset Capitalization, Asset Write Off, Budgetary and cost control issues) with VB Departments. • Proactively tracks and follows up on budget utilization / recoveries and provides recommendations to supervisor for cost control and optimization. Provides Management with independent expert analysis, opinions and advice on best use of budgeted resources to minimize financial risks to Department operations. Provides reports on financial performance of VB /Department to Management. • Supports the Head of Business Planning & Budget Control to implement Business Excellence initiatives, with emphasis on cost savings, value for money and customer focus. [Business Excellence refers to programs that address improving business processes, productivity levels, reduction of structural costs and cost containment of VB operations. Example: via services prioritization, workforce reorganization, outsourcing, etc.)
Education
• University degree in Accounting/Finance, Commerce or equivalent.
Experience & Skills
• Minimum 8 years' experience in an accounting/finance environment within the Oil & Gas Industry • Computer literacy (MS Office suite of programs), Lotus Notes and thorough knowledge in SAP FICO, ES, PM, SD, PS and MM modules is essential. • Excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal, problem solving and negotiation skills. • A good command of spoken and written English is essential.
