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Project Cost Controller

  • Brackenfell
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Job Type: Contract
  • Sectors: Accounting Construction Finance
  • Reference: Cost Controller_Rev01 210725

Apply before Sep 19 2025 | 35 Days left

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Vacancy Details

    Cape Town Northern Suburbs construction company seeks a Project Cost Controller for the following tasks:

    • Monitor project budgets, ensuring adherence to activity cost control measures.
    • Track project expenses and provide regular updates to project managers.
    • Review all project related invoices against the associated purchase order to ensure accuracy.
    • Identify trends, and provide insightful recommendations to optimize project performance.
    • Prepare accurate and timely project cost forecasts and variance analyses
    • Review labour timesheets for accuracy and process timesheet data into cost tracking system
    • Collaborate with project teams to develop and maintain project financial plans and forecasts.
    • Ensure project costs are properly allocated and accurately recorded.
    • Reconcile supplier purchases and inventory issuances against daily reports on consumables and third-party equipment and services.

Candidate Requirements

    • Minimum 10 years experience in financial accounting or cost tracking – advantageous if previously worked in Engineering or Construction firms 
    • Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and cost control. 
    • Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and interpret financial information. 
    • Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with project teams, stakeholders, and management. 
    • Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain accurate records. 
    • Software Proficiency: Advanced Excel Skills and basic understanding of Accounting Software

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