Job Description
Department Finance Position Senior Cost Analyst Location Reko Diq SITE - Balochistan
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.
