Cost Analyst

The TEXO Recruitment team is seeking a skilled Cost Controller to join our Engineering & Fabrication department on a permanent basis in Aberdeen.

The purpose of this role is to provide commercial support and coordination for projects within the TEXO Engineering & Fabrication Business unit. This involves using analytical problem-solving skills and decision-making to deliver project information to the Management Team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring, managing, and reporting project progress and performance commercially using manual and project cost database SICON. This includes regular analysis of reportable cost centres to ensure effective project management and profitability.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting the Lead Cost Engineer in analysing project costs
• Managing time and duties accordingly
• Weekly preparation and maintenance of cost reports and analytical reports
• Input into the monthly reports indicating overrun risks and performance analysis
• Analysing cost report data, while reporting figures to the relevant project managers & clients
• SICON (new project cost database)– input data, including budgets of each scope and management of project status
• Weekly invoice review with the TEXO Engineering Management team for cashflow purposes
• Reporting monthly WIP figures to the TEXO Finance and Management teams
• Preparing sales invoices with corresponding back-up for approval by the PM
• Managing Timesheets – ensuring all timesheets are entered correctly

Qualifications and experience required include a degree or qualification in a relevant field, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and experience with cost control software. Experience with SICON / Sage system is desirable but not essential.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong analytical mind and excellent communication skills. The successful candidate will be able to build relationships with the Project Coordinator, Lead Cost Engineer, and Engineering and Fabrication team members.

Key qualifications include:

• A degree or qualification in a relevant field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with cost control software
• Desirable experience with SICON / Sage system

At TEXO Recruitment, we value teamwork and collaboration. The successful candidate will be able to work closely with the Divisions' Management, Supply Chain, and Finance teams to achieve project objectives.