Budgeting and Reporting Manager

Position: Budgeting and Reporting Manager

Overview:

The Budgeting and Reporting Manager will lead and oversee the budgeting, forecasting, and reporting functions for EPC projects, including gas pipelines and gas treatment plants. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial planning, cost and cash control, and adherence to both internal policies and external regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Budgeting & Forecasting:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project estimates and budgets in collaboration with project controls, engineering, procurement, construction teams, and other relevant business units.
• Prepare annual and quarterly budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Monitor budget performance and conduct variance analysis, providing actionable insights.
• Support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to inform project financials.

Financial and Managerial Reporting:

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and managerial reports for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and company accounting policies.
• Consolidate financial data from multiple project sites and departments.
• Coordinate with auditors to facilitate timely completion of audits.

Cost Control & Analysis:

• Monitor actual costs against budgeted figures, investigating any deviations.
• Collaborate with procurement and contracts teams to validate cost commitments.
• Analyse cost trends and recommend corrective measures to mitigate budget overruns.

Stakeholder Management:

• Engage with project managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to ensure alignment on financial matters.
• Present financial reports and budget updates to executive management and clients as required.
• Support commercial and contractual teams by providing financial data for claims and negotiations.

Systems & Process Improvement:

• Implement and enhance budgeting and reporting tools, such as SAP, Oracle, and Power BI.
• Develop standardized templates and processes to streamline financial reporting across projects.
• Ensure data integrity and automate reporting processes where possible.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are preferred.
• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in budgeting and financial reporting, preferably within EPC or oil & gas project environments.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost control methodologies, and financial reporting standards.
• Experience managing large-scale infrastructure or pipeline projects is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced skills in Excel and Power BI.