Senior Cost Analyst

Position: Senior Cost Analyst

Location: Reko Diq SITE - Baluchistan

Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field; a master's degree is preferred.
• Professional management accounting certification (ACCA / CA/ ICMA is highly preferred.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in cost analysis, financial analysis, or a similar field, ideally with exposure to the construction, Oil & Gas, or mining industry.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in Microsoft Excel and advanced analytical tools (Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong background in ERP systems and financial modeling software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Construction and Oil & Gas experience will be a significant advantage.
• Previous project experience will be an advantage.
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to manage and interpret complex data sets.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting analysis to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex cost analyses to inform budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis at an executive level.
• Prepare and present in-depth financial reports on production, labor, and material costs, identifying key trends and strategic insights.
• Track and report on budget consumption, communicating potential overruns to stakeholders proactively.
• Analyze and interpret complex cost data, pinpointing inefficiencies and providing data-driven recommendations.
• Closely work with the project controls team to ensure any significant issues are identified at an early stage.
• Develop advanced cost models to enhance financial visibility and predictability across projects and departments.
• Work closely with senior department heads to analyze cost drivers, contributing strategic recommendations for cost efficiency.
• Produce comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports with insights tailored to senior management.
• Identify and initiate cost-reduction opportunities, leading projects to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Perform benchmarking and competitive analysis to integrate best practices in cost management.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies, procedures, and global financial reporting standards.
• Complete ad-hoc projects as required.