Cost Controller (UAE National)

Job Summary

Cost Monitoring and Support

• Monitor O&M expenditures against approved budgets and forecasts.
• Track spare parts, consumables, chemicals, manpower, utilities, and other cost categories.
• Support cost allocation to cost centers and activities.
• Review purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices for completeness and basic accuracy.
• Track inventory costs and consumption with the warehouse team.

Reporting and Analysis

• Prepare monthly cost reports and basic variance analysis.
• Prepare dashboards using Excel, Power BI, and ERP data from D365.
• Participate in monthly closing activities, including data collection and accrual preparation.
• Collect and consolidate financial and operational data for management reporting.

Budgeting and Forecasting

• Support annual O&M budget preparation by gathering data and preparing templates.
• Assist with quarterly forecast updates based on actual performance.
• Track budget utilization and highlight deviations to the Finance team.

Operational Coordination

• Coordinate with Operations and Maintenance teams to understand cost drivers.
• Track maintenance work orders in the CMMS system for proper cost recording.
• Verify subcontractor invoices against work completion and contractual terms.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
• Zero to two years of experience; internships or university finance and accounting projects are advantageous.
• No prior industrial experience is required, but willingness to learn is essential.

Technical Skills and Competencies

• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel; basic formulas are required and pivot tables are preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems is advantageous.
• Understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, eagerness to learn, communication skills, teamwork, and organization are expected.