IT Cost

Join to apply for the IT Cost & Project Management Office Analyst role at Ithaca Energy. Position Overview Ithaca Energy is accepting applications for the position of IT Cost & Project Management Office Analyst, located in our Aberdeen Office, reporting to the Information & Risk Manager. The role ensures financial transparency, operational efficiency, and robust governance across IT initiatives, integrating financial management, procurement oversight, project governance, and change management. Responsibilities Manage IT budgets, forecast and report to provide actionable financial insights and maintain control over IT spending. Oversee procurement processes and vendor relationships to ensure compliance, cost optimisation, and accurate tracking of commitments. Support the Project Management Office (PMO) by implementing governance frameworks, prioritising projects, and tracking delivery of business value. Facilitate organisational change by assessing impacts, supporting documentation, and engaging stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and systems. IT Financial Management Budget Planning & Control: Develop, manage, and monitor the annual IT budget in collaboration with IT leadership and finance teams. Forecasting & Variance Analysis: Prepare monthly forecasts and analyse variances between actuals and budget, providing actionable insights. Cost Optimisation: Identify cost‑saving opportunities (e.g., vendor rebates, tendering, training) and maintain a central savings log. Reporting: Produce quarterly financial reports including dashboards, KPIs, and savings efficiencies. IT Procurement Centralised Procurement Process: Implement and manage a centralised IT procurement process to ensure visibility and compliance. Vendor & Contract Management: Collaborate with procurement to ensure financial terms are adhered to and manage vendor relationships. Service Requisition Oversight: Ensure timely and accurate submission of requisitions and maintain records of service orders and commitments. Project Management Office (PMO) Governance & Methodology: Design and implement PMO processes, tools, and governance frameworks to support consistent project delivery. Project Intake & Prioritisation: Manage the intake and prioritisation of new IT project proposals, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Portfolio Oversight: Maintain a centralised view of all IT projects, tracking status, risks, dependencies, and performance metrics. Value Realisation: Track and report on business value delivered through IT projects and transformation programmes. Tool Administration & Training: Administer PMO tools (e.g., PMP templates) and train users to promote adoption. Organisational Change Management (OCM) Change Impact Assessment: Evaluate the impact of organisational changes on roles, systems, and processes, especially during integration or transformation initiatives. MoOC Process Support: Collaborate with ELT and HR to ensure Management of Organisational Change (MoOC) processes are followed and documented. Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitate communication and engagement across departments to support change adoption and minimise resistance. Experience and Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Information Technology, or a related field. Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP) is highly regarded. Proven experience in IT financial management or procurement, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and working closely with finance teams. Strong analytical and reporting skills, with proficiency in Excel and financial systems; familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is desirable. Experience with project management methodologies and supporting or managing PMO processes, including project intake, prioritisation and portfolio oversight. Excellent organisational, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to deliver training and promote tool adoption. Proficiency in centralised procurement, vendor and contract management and service requisition oversight. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement. We recognise you may not fulfil every criterion but if you meet most of them please apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr