About Us Ithaca Energy is a dynamic and ambitious business, on a rapid growth journey, recognising that the energy industry is entering a new era. As we move towards energy transition, our commitment to the North Sea is unwavering. We are a leading full cycle exploration and production company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. The business has built a diverse and high value portfolio of operated and non-operated assets across the Northern & Central North Sea and West of Shetland. As a leading North Sea Operator, we are an agile and driven business, taking a pragmatic approach to oil & gas production through innovative thinking and advanced technologies. Our goal is to maximise value through the safe, efficient, and responsible production of our assets. Success is dependent on talent and with bold and inspired people we will create a workplace that is diverse and equitable and building a culture of collaboration and inclusion. 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 IT Cost & Project Management Office Analyst will ensure financial transparency, operational efficiency and robust governance across IT initiatives. The position is designed to bring together financial management, procurement oversight, project governance, and change management, enabling IT to deliver value efficiently, support strategic goals, and adapt to organisational change. Responsibilities Managing IT budgets, forecasting and reporting to provide actionable financial insights and maintain control over IT spending. Overseeing procurement processes and vendor relationships to ensure compliance, cost optimisation, and accurate tracking of commitments. Supporting the Project Management Office (PMO) by implementing governance frameworks, prioritising projects, and tracking delivery of business value. Facilitating organisational change by assessing impacts, supporting documentation, and engaging stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption of new processes and systems. IT Financial Management (working closely with the G&A accountant and wider Finance team). 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 (working closely with SCM IT Contracts Analyst and SCM Procurement team) 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) are 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 criteria but if you meet most of them please apply