Our client, a large E&P company located in Houston, Texas, has invited us to assist them on their search for a Project Cost Controller. This role is newly created and will play a big part in the future success of the client!

Here is what you could expect should become the next Project Cost Controller:

You will be working hand-in-hand with the Project Manager, the project team, and the management of the other E&P entities.

In this role you will be responsible for:

• Controlling & monitoring project expenditures
• Informing critical stakeholders of actual, budget, forecasted project costs
• Leading the budgeting process, ensuring consistency with long-term plan and schedule
• Ensuring value of work done (VOWD) & monthly accruals is accurate and delivered on time and without any unexpected info
• Partnering with technical & operational management
• Managing internal controls, ensure SOX compliance

To be successful in this role, you must:

• Have a Bachelor’s in Accounting or MBA + CPA
• 10-15 years of E&P expense accounting experience
• Strong knowledge in O&G operations for drilling, construction, and production expenses
• High emotional intelligence and ability to work with engineers
• Knowledgeable of and history of compliance with SOX controls, documentation, reporting requirements
• SAP experience