Project Controller

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our Marine Site Characterisation (MSC) Team in a Project Controller capacity. This role is a Fixed Term Contract for 12 months based in our Aberdeen office in Bridge of Don. The candidate will receive an annual salary along with Fugro's Comprehensive benefits package.

In this vital role for Fugro, you will provide financial oversight and business analysis to the Marine Geophysical Service line in accordance with accounting guidelines and project-specific requirements.

You’ll play a huge part in ensuring our projects run smoothly, safely and effectively. You’ll have the chance to shape how this team delivers and progresses, continuously improving ways of working. In this role, you’ll be accountable for ensuring accurate financial information is delivered to all stakeholders.

Within this role, you will report to the UK Marine Geophysical Business Controller, and will work closely with the Service Line Director, Project and Commercial Teams, and the wider Fugro Finance Team.

Your role and responsibilities:

· Financial oversight of projects within Marine Geophysical, with responsibility for providing Service Line Management with accurate and timely financial information.

· Assisting in the preparation of project budgets and financial forecasts to support effective project planning.

· Generating and maintaining financial reports related to project performance, providing insights into financial status and variances through clear understanding of the relevant business.

· Conducting financial analysis to predict potential outcomes and helping in decision-making processes.

· Support the Project Management Team to ensure a sound project management and control culture is in place.

· Review Tender Calculation and Financial Risk Exposure.

· Ensure accuracy, completeness and timely submission of monthly financial reporting.

· Implement and drive the monthly project reporting and project review process with support of Project Managers.

· Monitor working capital and cashflow management.

· Support, monitor and challenge CAPEX applications.

· Implement and promote adherence to Revenue Recognition procedures, in compliance with Fugro and accounting policy.

· Act as a sounding board and business partner to the Service Line Management Team and other key stakeholders and proactively offer guidance, advice and challenge on financial topics.

· Any other support required by the UK Business Controller, MSC Regional Business Controller or the Service Line Management Team.

What you’ll need to thrive in this role:

· Degree qualified in a relevant discipline OR equivalent vocational qualifications and experience.

· An Accounting Qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS) is preferred but not essential.

· PC literate, particularly with strong working knowledge of Excel

· Excellent communication and organisational skills

· Exceptional attention to detail with well developed analytical skills

· Ability to prioritise workload to meet project and month end deadlines;

· Self-motivated and have the ability to use own initiative to achieve defined goals;

· Flexible and has an adaptable and proactive approach to work;

About Us

Who we are 
Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.

What we offer

Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.

Benefits of joining our team

Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies

Private medical insurance

Health cash plan

Group life assurance

Group income protection

Electric car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted gym membership

Discounts platform

The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Long service awards

Fugro values awards

Employee referral bonus scheme

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**