Cost Administrator

Summary: The position activities will be performed in close collaboration and coordination with the Cost Control and Finance departments. The job holder will play an essential role in ensuring the processing of invoices well monitored, controlled and reported and that the project team is kept fully aware of the status of such invoice processing. Responsibilities: The Service Provider shall be responsible for supporting cost control operations, specifically in the areas of invoice processing and invoice cost control verification. The objective is to ensure timely, accurate handling of invoices while performing strong cost validation and procedural compliance. Services include: Invoice processing, including validation and coding. Verification of invoice accuracy against contracts, purchase orders, and agreed rates. Identification and escalation of discrepancies or non-compliant charges. Cost control checks to ensure alignment with commercial terms. Support with query resolution involving vendors and internal stakeholders. Maintenance of audit trails and supporting documentation. Contribution to reporting on invoice status, processing timelines, etc. To ensure and impose strict confidentiality in performing the scope. To gather 'lessons learnt' with respect to cost administration and invoice processing and deliver them to the Cost Manager. Accountable for demonstrating an exemplary behaviour regarding HSSE rules & requirements, with regards to the Company Ethics and “Code of Conduct” policy and for implementing and controlling these rules and requirements within the said area of responsibility. Qualifications: Minimum Education: Engineer/Bachelor degree in Business management or similar Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in major oil and gas project cost control Preferred experience in accounts payable and cost control environments Strong attention to detail and analytical capability Familiarity with accounting systems such as SAP Ability to manage high volumes of transactions within tight deadlines Effective communication skills for stakeholder and vendor engagement Requires team spirit with ability to work closely with various stakeholders Language Requirements: Fluent English required. Portuguese language skills will assist performance