Project Cost Controller GAS Arabian Services Co. Ltd

Employer Active

Posted 3 hrs ago

Experience

5 - 9 Years

Job Location

Dammam - Saudi Arabia

Education

MBA/PG Diploma in Business Mgmt(Finance), Chartered Financial Analyst(Finance), Chartered Accountant(Chartered Accountant)

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Project Cost Analysis and Control

  • Monitor, analyze, and report on project costs for large-scale EPC projects.
  • Track and control costs across Engineering, Procurement, and Construction phases, ensuring alignment with approved budgets.
  • Prepare detailed variance reports and analyze deviations between budgeted and actual costs.
  • Validate petty cash and non-PO-based project expenses, supplier assessments, advances to suppliers, and utilization of credit facilities.

Progress Monitoring and Reporting

  • Collaborate with project teams to track progress and update percentage-of-completion (POC) calculations as per IFRS 15.
  • Provide regular insights on cost performance, profit margins, and project cash flow.

Contract and Cost Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with contractual terms and project-specific financial guidelines.
  • Validate project costs against contract provisions and identify cost overruns or savings.
  • Conduct cost allocation audits to ensure accuracy across project phases.

Inventory and Procurement Cost Management

  • Work closely with procurement teams to analyze and control material and service costs.
  • Ensure proper valuation of inventory used for EPC projects and implement cost-reduction strategies to minimize waste.

Risk Management and Cost Optimization

  • Identify potential cost risks such as scope changes, delays, or unforeseen expenses.
  • Recommend cost optimization measures through value engineering, manpower efficiency, and material utilization.

Fixed Assets Management at Project Sites

  • Track, record, and monitor all fixed assets (equipment, machinery, tools) at project sites.
  • Manage asset capitalization, depreciation (as per IAS 16), and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  • Conduct periodic asset audits to ensure accuracy and prevent misuse.

Financial Reporting and Forecasting

  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and cost reports for management.
  • Forecast project costs, highlight potential overruns, and support budgeting activities.
  • Coordinate with the Finance Department to support company-wide financial reporting.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Skills and Knowledge

  • Accounting Standards: In-depth knowledge of IFRS (especially IFRS 15, IFRS 9, IFRS 16, and IAS 16).
  • Industry Expertise: Comprehensive understanding of EPC project lifecycle, cost drivers, and financial risks.
  • Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with SAP, Oracle, or other project accounting systems.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong expertise in cost analysis, budgeting, and variance reporting.
  • Communication: Excellent coordination and reporting skills with multi-disciplinary teams.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Company Industry

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • CMA
  • CA

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GAS Arabian Services Co. Ltd

GAS Arabian Services

Shafeek

8500 8, Ar Rabie Dist.,Unit No – 8500 , Dammam – 32241 – 5150, Short Address – EDJA8500 Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia