VVB Engineering provide mechanical and electrical installation services across the UK, operating in a number of different sectors including Rail and Airports. We are currently recruiting a Project Cost Controller working within the Commercial Finance department.
Reporting into the Commercial Financial Controller and working alongside the Project team, you will be responsible for managing the financial performance of individual projects. You will support Management by providing reports and producing accurate forecasting and cash flow data.
The position:
·Work with the Project teams to ensure the understanding of the specifics of the project plans and contract
·Ensure all necessary interfaces and processes are adhered to, including the application procedure, and provide all supporting calculations and documentation to the client
·Manage workload effectively to meet the business and finance deadlines set
·Control and challenge procurement and/or sub-contractor costs and investigate variances between forecast and budgeted costs.
·Liaise with the Client/PM to resolve overdue applications, certifications and payments
·Liaise with the Finance function to provide information to support journal entries, to capture late costs, provisions and revenue recognition
·Communicate with the Project teams, ensuring all reports are accurately reflecting the operational and financial status of the projects
·Collate and compile project financial reports and monthly and weekly cash-flow forecast information to present to the Finance and Management teams
What we’re looking for:
·CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent
·GCSE level educated, with A-C grades in English and Maths
·Three to five years' finance experience
·Previous experience in a similar job role
·Adept in using MS Office programmes including Excel, Word and Power Point
·Knowledge of financial processes including forecasting and cash flow
·Comfortable working in a site-based environment
·Self-motivated with excellent time management skills with the ability to manage deadlines
·Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the business and non-financial personnel
·Excellent attention to detail
If you require further information about the role or would like to apply, please send your CV to the email address provided.
Skills Required
- CIMA/ACCA qualified or equivalent
- GCSE level educated, with A-C grades in English and Maths
- Three to five years' finance experience
- Previous experience in a similar job role
- Adept in using MS Office programmes including Excel, Word and Power Point
- Knowledge of financial processes including forecasting and cash flow
- Comfortable working in a site-based environment
- Self-motivated with excellent time management skills with the ability to manage deadlines
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the business and non-financial personnel
- Excellent attention to detail
What We Do
VVB Engineering is a construction and engineering company providing mechanical, electrical, telecommunication, and fire engineering services for large-scale UK infrastructure projects. They specialize in sustainable solutions for sectors including rail, highways, tunnels, and power, offering a range of services from power generation and renewable energy systems to temporary site power and lighting.
