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Description

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, we are seeking a detail oriented and analytical Project Cost Accountant to support the financial performance analysis of multiple customer projects within our LV switchgear project portfolio. This role is critical to ensuring accurate cost tracking, forecasting and financial reporting across a range of data center client projects. The ideal candidate will work closely with Program and Project Managers, Finance and Operations teams to provide insights that drive informed decision-making and project success.

What You'll Be Doing:

Financial Analysis & Reporting:

• Monitor and analyze project budgets, actuals, committed spend and forecasts-to-complete.
• Prepare weekly project cost reports, variance analyses and performance dashboards.
• Support cost-to-complete modelling and planned vs actual reporting.
• Identify financial risks early and escalate where required.
• Consolidate data across multiple workstreams to present accurate, timely project performance.
• Track and report KPI's e.g. budget adherence, schedule variance, earned value and forecast accuracy.
• Ensure alignment with corporate accounting standards, WIP valuation and revenue recognition policies.

Cost Control & Forecasting:

• Validate cost inputs from procurement, manufacturing, engineering, and subcontractors.
• Reconcile project costs and WIP between SAP and project trackers.
• Identify cost overruns and recommend corrective actions in collaboration with PMs.
• Support the maintenance of cost baselines, budgets, forecasts, and change-control processes.

Project Support:

• Participate in project review meetings, providing financial insight and challenge.
• Work with Project Managers to align financial forecasts with delivery schedules and milestones.
• Ensure compliance with client commercial terms and internal financial controls.

Process Improvement:

• Develop standardized financial templates, cost models and reporting tools.2
• Enhance automation and digitization of cost tracking and analysis.4
• Improve data accuracy, ERP discipline and financial governance across the project lifecycle.
• Train project teams in financial control processes, tools, and best practices.

Key Competencies:

• Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail.
• Commercially astute with the ability to interpret trends and influence decisions.
• Excellent problem-solving, prioritization and organizational skills.
• Able to challenge constructively and communicate complex financial information clearly.
• Proactive, resilient, and committed to continuous improvement.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in cost engineering, financial analysis, or project controls.
• High proficiency in Excel and financial modelling; Power BI experience advantageous.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering, construction, energy, or data center environments.
• Experience with ERP systems e.g. SAP, Oracle.
  

Description

Reporting to the Warehouse Manager, the Inventory Controller is responsible for managing and optimizing inventory levels to ensure material availability for production while minimizing excess stock and associated costs. This role involves monitoring inventory accuracy, implementing control processes to a high level of detail and supporting continuous improvement initiatives as required.

What You'll Be Doing

Inventory Management

• Conduct regular cycle counts, reporting and reconcile discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records in ERP / MRP systems.
• Optimise the warehouse layout by organising component locations to make the picking / restocking process as efficient as possible.
• Participate in the external audit process, to verify authenticity of stock reports.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Analyse inventory trends and generate reports on stock accuracy, turnover and obsolescence.
• Maintain and report KPI's to provide a clear overview of stock control issues / improvements.
• Identify discrepancies, perform root cause investigations to isolate the issue and collaborate with the warehouse team to implement corrective actions.
• Identify slow-moving or excess inventory and propose corrective actions.

Process Compliance & Improvement

• Participate in the Materials Review Board to identify obsolete / excess / aged stock and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to inventory control procedures and audit requirements.
• Support continuous improvement projects to enhance inventory accuracy and efficiency.

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with procurement, planning, and production teams to align inventory with demand.
• Assist in resolving material shortages or delivery delays.

Warehouse Operations and Safety

• Operate all material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Follow all company Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with other general warehouse duties as required.

Must-Have Skills, Experience, and Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• +3 years' experience in inventory control or materials management.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP / MRP systems and Excel.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain high data accuracy.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with forklifts, pallet jacks and push carts.