ADComms Coulsdon, England, United Kingdom
Cost Controller
ADComms Coulsdon, England, United Kingdom
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Cost Controller to join our company. The ideal candidate will have a background in cost management, budgeting, and financial analysis, with qualifications and experience similar to that of a Junior or Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This role will be critical in managing project costs, ensuring financial efficiency, and supporting the company’s commercial and operational objectives. The role is not a contract manager and does not require experience managing contract.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare with support of the wider team, Cost to Complete, Estimated Final Costs, project revenue forecasts and other required cost managing tools and reports.
* Monitor and control project costs to ensure alignment with budgets and forecasts
* Articulate to Senior management the driver for changes to forecasts/EFC and the related risks and opportunities.
* Prepare the Application for Payment to Client organisation and all supporting documentation, minimising the non-certified or disallowed costs.
* Support the wider Commercial team for suppliers Final Account and for the client Final account.
* Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports for ongoing and upcoming projects.
* Track, record, and analyse expenses, identifying cost-saving opportunities and potential overruns.
* Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making on project expenditures and budget adjustments.
* Prepare regular cost reports and provide insights to senior management on financial performance.
* Assist in contract management, including reviewing terms, tracking variations, and ensuring compliance with agreed-upon costs.
* Work closely with project managers, quantity surveyors, and the finance team to ensure seamless cost control processes.
* Ensure all financial documentation and cost records are accurate, up to date, and in line with company policies and industry standards.
* Ensure records are kept and arranged in an appropriate way to support audits by external companies or by the client.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or a related field.
* 1-3 years of experience in a cost control, quantity surveying, or finance-related role within the construction, engineering, or manufacturing sector.
* Strong understanding of cost management, budgeting, and financial reporting principles.
* Proficiency in cost control software, MS Excel, and other financial analysis tools.
* Excellent analytical and numerical skills with strong attention to detail.
* Excellent ability to articulate change and movement in cost related deliverables.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced SME environment.
* Knowledge of contract management and procurement processes is an advantage but not a requirement.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Temporary
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
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