Budgeting and Reporting Manager

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.

• Analyse cost trends and recommend corrective measures to mitigate budget overruns.
• Collaborate with procurement and contracts teams to validate cost commitments.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and managerial reports for internal stakeholders.
• Monitor actual costs against budgeted figures, investigating any deviations.
• Engage with project managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to ensure alignment on financial matters.
• Develop standardized templates and processes to streamline financial reporting across projects.
• Ensure data integrity and automate reporting processes where possible.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project estimates and budgets in collaboration with project controls, engineering, procurement, construction teams, and other relevant business units.
• Support commercial and contractual teams by providing financial data for claims and negotiations.
• Support scenario planning and sensitivity analysis to inform project financials.
• Coordinate with auditors to facilitate timely completion of audits.
• Monitor budget performance and conduct variance analysis, providing actionable insights.
• Implement and enhance budgeting and reporting tools, such as SAP, Oracle, and Power BI.
• Prepare annual and quarterly budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Ensure compliance with applicable state regulations and company accounting policies.
• Present financial reports and budget updates to executive management and clients as required.
• Consolidate financial data from multiple project sites and departments.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; Master’s degree or professional certifications such as CPA or CMA are preferred.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced skills in Excel and Power BI.
• 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.