Project Costing Administrator NJ/171219 | Eden Scott

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Project Costing Administrator

  • Aberdeen
  • DOE Excellent Benefits Package
  • Permanent

Eden Scott is delighted to be working with our energy services client to recruit for a Project Costing Administrator in this full time staff position.


Main Responsibilities


Prepare contract financial cost reports including analysis and reporting of variance between achieved and budget.



  • Management and control of variations including the identification, quantification, submission and agreement while insuring appropriate project controls are being implemented.

  • Assists in preparation of financial element for Client reports.

  • Working with operations to ensure both internal and client forecasts are updated in a timely and accurate manner.

  • Minimise level of work carried as work in progress.

  • Liaise with operations/client to ensure that they are provided with all information in line with their requirements.

  • Maintenance of system data e.g. CS Order creation & contract charge out rates

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly sales invoices and ensure all invoices are reviewed for accuracy and are posted in line with the monthly deadlines.

  • To study and familiarise oneself with relevant Contract commercial terms and conditions and monitor to ensure compliance with these.

  • To assist the Project Accountant as requested.

  • Identification of areas of commercial weakness and assist in rectifying/improving such problems.

  • Cross-sharing of ideas between different contracts to ensure lessons learnt from both positive and negative influences.

  • Assist in the standardisation of techniques and reporting mechanisms as far as is possible.

  • Deputise for Project Accountant as required.

  • Interface person for internal Accounts/Invoicing departments with regard to commercial issues.

  • Reconciliation exercises as required.

  • Provide support for internal / external audits

  • To ensure compliance with company policies, processes and procedures relating to invoicing and cost reporting.

  • Support improvements within contracts by participating in the on-going development of systems and processes.


Experience & qualifications


Proven track record in a similar role.


Experience in fast paced work environment.


Strong communication skills


Ability to work under pressure and to deadline


Good analytical skills


Commercial awareness


Knowledge/previous use of SAP

Please click on the link to apply or send your updated CV to [email protected]


Nicky Johnston
Point of contact
Nicky Johnston
Senior Consultant
01224 965503

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