About the Role
Zigma Limited, a leading petroleum and petrochemical company in Africa, is seeking a dedicated and analytical Cost Controller for the IMA Development Project (IMADP). In this role, you will play a vital part in implementing cost control structures, tools, and procedures while ensuring financial integrity across all project activities. You will collaborate closely with Project Package Managers and the finance department to drive efficient budget management and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in implementing the Cost Control structure, procedures, and tools including UNISUP and U-Cost.
- Prepare, analyze, process, and present comprehensive project cost and expenditure documentation.
- Support the preparation, consolidation, and review of internal and external project budgets and multiyear updates.
- Perform checks and approve invoices in compliance with contracts, corporate procedures, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
- Assess contract variations, identify cost trends, and prepare monthly cost reports with detailed variance analysis.
- Liaise actively with the TEPNG Finance Department for funding, accounting, invoice processing, and dispute resolution.
- Minimum of a Bachelor degree (BSc) or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
- 5 to 10 years of overall professional experience, with at least 2 years in a similar cost control role within the oil and gas sector.
- Proficiency in cost control tools, systems such as UNISUP, and advanced data analysis software.
- Strong understanding of project accounting, budgeting, and financial governance frameworks.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Mandatory fluency in written and spoken English.
- Competitive salary aligned with industry standards.
- Opportunities for professional growth within a leading African energy company.
- Dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.