Cost Controller

About BW Offshore

With over 40 years of experience in managing sophisticated offshore production systems and undertaking complex projects, BW Offshore has completed 40 FPSO and FSO projects. The company promotes a culture built on meticulous engineering, trust, and teamwork. BW Offshore is actively participating in the energy transition by creating clean energy solutions that leverage their offshore engineering and operational expertise to meet the evolving demands of global energy markets.

Position Summary

BW Offshore seeks a Cost Controller to join their teams in Darwin, Australia, or Singapore for a 12-month temporary contract. The successful candidate will report directly to the Commercial Manager and be responsible for comprehensive cost tracking and control throughout the asset lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyze expenses across asset lifecycle phases including operations, modifications, life extension, and decommissioning/demobilization to ensure precise cost capture and categorization aligned with budgets.
• Collaborate with functional teams to understand cost influences, verify budgeting forecasts, and maintain accurate expenditure records.
• Support the preparation, consolidation, and review of yearly budgets, forecasts, and cost allocation in line with operational and business strategies.
• Generate monthly cost and forecast reports coordinating closely with stakeholders to ensure completeness and timeliness.
• Assist management by assessing historical data, benchmarking technical scopes, and offering operational insights to optimize costs.
• Perform reconciliations of actual costs versus budgets to support precise, verifiable reimbursable claims to clients.
• Evaluate variations, change requests, and contractual amendments by delivering detailed cost impact and recoverability assessments.
• Provide Commercial and Estimating teams with essential input on operational and capital expenditures to ensure accurate cost representations.
• Maintain integrity of cost data within ERP and control systems and assist with audits, client reviews, and corporate reporting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is required.
• Previous experience is not mandatory.

Skills Required

• Strong proficiency with MS Office applications (Word, Excel including VBA, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as IFS, SAP, or JDE and related processes.
• Excellent communication abilities for effective interaction with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborative mindset capable of fostering positive relationships across departments.
• Proactive attitude with strong analytical, logical reasoning, and critical thinking skills.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
• Competitive salary package.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace culture emphasizing integrity and creativity.
• Possibility to travel to offshore sites and operations offices.

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

BW Offshore is devoted to equal employment opportunities, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of age, gender, disability, religion, or ethnicity. The company fosters an inclusive and diverse environment.