Cost Controller (Coal Mining)

A leading organisation in the coal mining and transportation sector is seeking a Cost Controller to join their team. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact on operational spending, financial governance, and cost optimisation across complex mining, hauling, barging, and logistics activities. You will be at the heart of strategic decision-making, working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, and Project teams to ensure that costs delivers maximum value.

The company values your analytical expertise and commitment to accuracy, providing an inclusive environment where your insights drive real change. With flexible working opportunities and a supportive leadership approach, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about continuous improvement.

• Play a key role in shaping cost control strategies for large-scale mining and transportation projects by leveraging your analytical skills and industry knowledge.
• Work alongside knowledgeable professionals from diverse departments including Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, and Projects to optimise cost allocation and support business growth.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and a culture that encourages training, development, and inter-personal collaboration to help you reach your full potential.

What you'll do:

As a Cost Controller based in Jakarta within the coal mining and transportation industry, you will play an essential role in ensuring that operational spending remains efficient and aligned with organisational goals. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve close collaboration with various departments to monitor costs associated with mining activities such as hauling routes or barge loading points. You will be responsible for preparing insightful reports that guide management decisions while supporting audits through meticulous documentation. By maintaining data integrity in ERP systems and championing digitalisation efforts for improved tracking tools, you will contribute directly to the company's financial health. Success in this role requires not only technical proficiency but also strong interpersonal skills as you work together with colleagues from Operations, Mining Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Finance, and Project Teams.

• Monitor, analyse, and report operating costs across all aspects of mining operations including overburden removal, hauling, stockpiling, crushing, barging, and shipping to ensure alignment with budgets.
• Evaluate daily, weekly, and monthly cost performance against established forecasts while identifying variances and recommending actionable improvements for greater efficiency.
• Track contractor costs, fuel consumption rates, equipment operating hours, and other high-impact drivers to maintain robust financial oversight.
• Assist in the preparation and consolidation of annual budgets as well as rolling forecasts by validating assumptions related to production volumes, fuel usage, maintenance schedules, manpower requirements, and logistics plans.
• Conduct scenario analysis to assess the cost impact of changes in production plans or operational strategies so that management can make informed decisions.
• Ensure all cost allocations comply with company policies and industry standards by reviewing submissions from contractors for adherence to contract terms and service-level agreements.
• Implement and maintain rigorous cost-control procedures for materials procurement, spare parts inventory management, fuel usage monitoring, and third-party services engagement.
• Support internal and external audits by providing comprehensive documentation of cost-related activities while maintaining transparency throughout the process.
• Prepare detailed daily, weekly, and monthly cost reports for management review that highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for further optimisation.
• Maintain high levels of data accuracy within ERP or cost-control systems by reconciling information with Finance and Operations teams; support digitalisation initiatives aimed at improving cost-tracking tools.

What you bring:

To excel as a Cost Controller within this prominent mining organisation based in Jakarta, you will bring a wealth of experience gained from similar roles in coal mining or heavy industry environments. Your educational background equips you with foundational knowledge while your hands-on expertise allows you to navigate complex operational landscapes confidently. You possess advanced analytical capabilities which enable you not only to interpret intricate data but also communicate findings effectively across multiple teams. Your proficiency with financial modelling tools such as Excel or Power BI ensures accurate reporting while experience using ERP platforms streamlines workflow integration. Above all else your attention to detail guarantees reliable outcomes; meanwhile your interpersonal skills foster trust among colleagues resulting in shared achievements. A continuous improvement mindset drives you forward—always looking for ways to enhance existing processes through collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Mining Engineering or a related field is required for this position.
• Three to seven years of experience in cost control roles within coal mining operations or heavy industry sectors such as natural resources are highly preferred.
• Demonstrated familiarity with mining operations processes including contractor cost structures as well as fuel management practices is essential for success.
• Advanced analytical abilities combined with quantitative skills enable you to interpret complex data sets effectively while making recommendations for improvement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel along with Power BI ensures you can perform financial modelling tasks efficiently; experience using ERP systems like SAP or Oracle is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills allow you to present findings clearly both verbally and through written reports tailored for different stakeholders across the organisation.
• High attention to detail coupled with unwavering integrity means your work consistently meets rigorous standards of accuracy required in financial governance roles.
• A proven track record of stakeholder management across operational departments demonstrates your ability to foster co-operative relationships that drive communal success.
• Ability to work responsively under pressure while meeting tight deadlines shows your commitment to supporting team objectives even during challenging periods.
• Continuous improvement mindset motivates you to seek out new ways of optimising processes while sharing best practices with colleagues.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out due to its commitment towards fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member’s contribution is valued. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate individual needs while promoting work-life balance. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so that staff remain knowledgeable about industry developments; this focus on professional growth ensures everyone has access to resources needed for career advancement. Supportive leadership encourages open communication between departments which leads not only to better problem-solving but also stronger kinship among colleagues. By prioritising communal success over individual achievement the company creates an environment where empathy flourishes—making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork above all else.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge where your expertise will shape the future of cost control within a thriving mining operation then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career move awaits!

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