Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Digital Cost Controller to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for establishing tools, processes and frameworks that ensure transparency and governance across the end-to-end Digital portfolio.
This is a pivotal role in enabling effective decision-making by providing clear visibility into budget allocations, actual spend and financial performance. You will work closely with the Finance, Procurement and Digital Teams to embed best practices in cost management, reporting and financial oversight.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Develop tools to support regular forecasting cycles for Digital spend.
* Design frameworks for consistent monthly and quarterly analysis of actuals vs budget, highlighting key variances and trends.
* Build processes to attribute Digital costs (including cloud spend).
* Collaborate with Finance, Procurement and Infrastructure Teams to ensure compliance with internal policies and controls.
* Support the adoption of FinOps principles by enabling visibility into cost drivers and usage patterns.
* Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards to track budget vs actuals, project financials, and unit economics.
* Create frameworks to facilitate root-cause analysis of variances and identify cost optimisation opportunities.
* Establish processes to ensure adherence to financial governance standards including documentation and audit readiness.
Requirements
* Ideally suited for a detail-oriented and analytical Professional who thrives in cross-functional environments.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills (eg variance analysis, corrective action planning).
* Proficiency in data interpretation and financial modelling.
* High attention to detail and accuracy.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strategic thinking and process improvement mindset.
* Experience with Power BI or similar dashboarding tools.
* Familiarity with FinOps or cloud cost management is a plus.
Benefits
* Negotiable day rate.
* Salary sacrificing.
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
* Corporate discounts.