24 Cost Management jobs in Pakistan

Engineering graduate from HEC recognized university with at least 4 years of experience. PEC registration is mandatory.

Responsibilities:

The role of this position is to provide a strategic vision and hands-on approach to ensure precise budget development, proactive cost control, and strategic financial planning. The position also leads a dynamic team, develops a culture of financial discipline, transparency, and efficiency, contributing significantly to the overall success and financial integrity of projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Lead the development of detailed project budgets, considering all relevant factors and incorporating financial best practices, resulting in accurate and comprehensive project budgets that serve as a foundation for financial success.
2. Develop and implement strategic plans for budgeting, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and project objectives, fostering strategic financial planning.
3. Develop, present, and oversee comprehensive financial budgets on an annual and quarterly basis, ensuring alignment with company goals and project objectives.
4. Track financial results regularly, comparing them to key financial targets, and provide insights and recommendations based on the analysis.
5. Prepare accurate cost estimates and plans, providing necessary reporting, documentation, and financial assessments to support strategic decision-making.
6. Prepare financial information, including revenues, expenditures, and cash management, to ensure all operations are within budget, providing insights for efficient financial management.
7. Research, develop, and analyze operational cost and expenditure data, comparing budgeted costs to actual costs, and making recommendations to upper management regarding budget expenditures.
8. Implement measures to optimize project costs, ensuring that spending aligns with approved budgets, leading to proactive cost control measures resulting in efficient spending and budget adherence.
9. Ensure strict adherence to approved budgets, monitoring expenditures, and addressing variances promptly, ensuring budget adherence, minimizing variances, and ensuring financial stability.
10. Evaluate budget proposals and financial requests for viability, providing critical insights into the financial feasibility of proposed projects.
11. Supervise the team, developing a collaborative and high-performing work environment, resulting in a motivated and high-performing team contributing to the financial success of projects.
12. Ensure strict adherence to financial policies, procedures, and compliance standards, promoting compliance with financial policies, mitigating risks, and ensuring financial integrity.
13. Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, providing stakeholders with transparent insights.

Chartered in 1983, Aga Khan University (AKU) is a private, autonomous, and self-governing international university with 13 teaching sites in 6 countries distributed across three continents. As an integral part of the Aga Khan Development Network, AKU provides higher education in several disciplines, carries out research pertinent to the countries in which it exists, and has campuses, programs, and/or teaching hospitals in Afghanistan, Kenya, Pakistan, Tanzania, Uganda, and the UK. As an international institution, AKU operates on the core principles of quality, relevance, impact, and access; and AKU is a model of academic excellence and an agent of social change

AKU is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to safeguarding and aims to adopt appropriate standards for safeguarding and promoting a respectful relationship with and between all faculty, staff, trainees, volunteers, beneficiaries, wider communities, and other stakeholders with whom it works, including children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees/trainees and partners to share this commitment.

You will be responsible to: 

• Perform data analysis and prepare reports and presentations, as and when needed. 
• Review all FMD (Facilities Management Division) contracts and agreements, and maintain the contracts data in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (HxGN EAM). 
• Coordinate with AKU users and internal customers for collection of CQI (Continuous Quality Improvement Survey) forms on a timely basis and preparation of monthly CQI reports. 
• Coordinate and schedule divisional meetings (DHM, MRC and CQI meetings) as per the pre-assigned schedule.
• Prepare and circulate minutes of all divisional meetings with the meeting participants.
• Mange & disburse petty cash funds & prepare petty cash statements of FMD with financial procedures of the institution. 
• Cost charging of FMD financials including contract related ROP’s, petty cash statements, PR cost and any other financial document. 
• Able to log complaints through EAM (Enterprise Asset Management) & provide support to all internal customers and Facilities Management users, if required. 
• Any other assignment given on need basis.

Eligibility Criteria / Requirements: 

• Graduate, preferably Bachelors in Engineering. 
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in similar capacity. 
• Advance data analytical and presentation skills. 
• Proficiency in the use of computer applications, especially MS Excel, MS PowerPoint. 
• Basic knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management System (HxGN EAM) and PeopleSoft. 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills both in English & Urdu. 
• Accounting skills for cash management and handling. 
• Basic document reviewing skills. 

Please send your detailed CV to and mention the position number " 1000514 " in the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Comprehensive employment reference checks will be conducted.

Applications should be submitted latest by September 20, 2024

Job Purpose:

This role is responsible for performing day-to-day tasks related to ROI approvals, post-launch business analysis for CMPak group, MNP/GA knowledge, industry information collection (products, technology, and subscribers), Zong 4G penetration targets analysis, and month-end MOAM reporting requirements.

The role will also provide support for ad hoc projects as assigned by management.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage ROI approvals and evaluate business opportunities across CMPak and LDI revenue streams.
• Conduct post-campaign analysis of approved business cases to assess profitability and effectiveness.
• Collect and analyze industry information including products, technology trends, and subscriber data.
• Analyze annual targets and contribute to monthly MOAM reporting.
• Coordinate with teams for different promo analysis and provide monthly updates on C to R ratios and FCA/4G GA penetration.
• Ensure timely updates of business case tracking and meet SLA requirements.
• Support ad hoc projects as assigned by management.

Eligibility Criteria (Education, Knowledge, Experience and Skills):

Education:

• CA intermediate/ CMA/ ACCA/ MBA/ BBA

Work Experience:

• 3 to 4 years

Skills – Generic:

• Ability to meet deadlines consistently.
• Team player with good coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a challenging environment.
• Focused on generating desired results.
• Quick learner with adaptability to new tasks.

Skills – Job Specific:

• Strong and up-to-date knowledge of ROI and business analysis.
• Understanding of competition in technologies such as GSM, FTTH, Cloud, and emerging opportunities in wireline and wireless businesses.
• Knowledge of industrial products.
• Awareness of taxation and corporate laws in Pakistan.
• Experience with Oracle ERP preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint

This position is responsible for carrying out and managing the financial planning responsibilities within the FP&A Central team function.

The role reports directly to Stream Head FP&A - Central.

• Maintain and update consolidated & SBU wise financial planning models, ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with business assumptions.
• Collaborate with FP&A business partners and other Finance teams to conduct variance analysis of P&L, Balance Sheet & Cashflow versus budget/forecast.
• Work closely with Accounting, Tax, Treasury, and other functions to review and analyze the reasonableness, completeness, and accuracy of the related assumptions and incorporate inputs into forecasted financial statements/planning models and reports.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather input and ensure timely and accurate submission of planning deliverables.
• Prepare, analyze, and present various impact analyses/overlays.
• Support Group-level planning cycles by coordinating and consolidating non-financial KPIs from relevant teams.
• Prepare segment-wise profitability and cash flow analysis of Strategic Business Units (SBUs) for effective control.
• Assist in the preparation of planning-related presentations and reports by liaising with finance and non-finance stakeholders, and ensuring timely collection of inputs.

Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Corporate Office - Pakistan

Full time

Posted Yesterday

R00029457

Lahore

The Children's Place is looking for a Manager of Financial Planning & Analysis. The candidate will be responsible for leading the monthly forecasting & annual budgeting process, operating plan variance analysis, and special projects. The Manager will also provide financial consulting and strategic support to senior leaders.

• Develop thorough understanding of the business operational functions and key revenue and cost drivers.
• Develop collaborative relationships with leaders in operating divisions, as well as in finance.
• Review forecasts and expense trends, identify issues, and develop creative solutions for expense savings opportunities.
• Influence decisions and drive change in operating processes with a focus on driving positive financial results.
• Lead the monthly forecast, annual budget, and long-range planning process in collaboration with business leaders.
• Drive process and content improvements to existing processes.
• Coordinate with FP&A team to ensure that all risks and opportunities are communicated to key team members and senior leadership.
• Develop, prepare, and present divisional financial and operating performance metrics to senior leadership.
• Mentor team members to provide value-added management reporting, decision support, and financial analysis.

• The ideal candidate will have a BS in Accounting or Finance. An MBA and/or CPA is a plus.
• 5-10 years of total experience, including experience in Financial Planning & Analysis.

• Experience in the retail industry is highly desirable.
• Budgeting, forecasting, and strong analytical skills.
• Experience in financial reporting and presenting to Senior Management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail, as well as strategic perspective.
• Team player.
• SAP and Hyperion systems knowledge, along with advanced Excel skills.

Being part of our team requires collaboration and hard work. We seek top talent eager to contribute to a high-performing team!

We are proud to be the largest pure-play children’s specialty apparel retailer in North America, celebrating brands including The Children’s PLACE, Gymboree, Sugar & Jade, and PJ PLACE.

If you are eager to learn and work in a diverse, inclusive, fast-paced, and engaging environment, review our current openings and apply today!

• Lead the extraction, organization, and analysis of financial data from multiple sources to drive actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain advanced financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support strategic planning and decision-making.
• Provide comprehensive ad-hoc reporting and in-depth data analysis to address complex business challenges across departments.
• Partner with sales and operational teams to enhance demand forecasting accuracy and refine forecasting models.
• Analyze seasonal trends, market dynamics, and business performance to model financial scenarios, assess risks, and identify opportunities.
• Drive the development of long-term financial forecasts and strategic plans to support organizational growth.
• Evaluate supplier performance and negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective and reliable supply chain operations.
• Work closely with the Sales and Marketing teams to develop and refine pricing strategies that maximize profitability and market competitiveness.
• Conduct profitability analysis by product, customer, and region to inform pricing decisions and business strategy.
• Partner with accounting and audit teams to ensure data accuracy, improve financial reporting processes, and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to align financial planning with overall business objectives.
  
  
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, NetSuite, and SAP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with large datasets and generate meaningful insights.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
  
  
  

• Education: MBA in Finance or equivalent.
• Certifications: CFA Level II preferred.
• Experience: Prior experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related finance roles will be an advantage.