SAP Specialist
BH-299834
Posted: 01/04/2025
- Competitive
- United States Alaska Anchorage
- Contract
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Oil & Gas
Description: Reporting to the Drilling Engineering Manager, the SAP Specialist will manage the creation, fulfillment and close out of Purchase Requisitions/Orders for the Alaska projects. The position is responsible for using independent judgement to generate Purchase Requisitions in the SAP procure-to-pay system in alignment to project procedures and available budgets. The SAP Specialist will work closely with Alaska Accounts Payable team to provide completed invoice submissions within net terms agreements. The successful candidate shall possess the broad range of skills and experience necessary to work independently on complex projects and assignments.
The position will work closely with the Facilities team providing direct support to the Project Managers and Engineers. This position will also provide back-up support to other teams as needed.
Key Accountabilities
-Promote and lead in the implementation of company policies and procedures, including Safety, health, environment, process, people and planning -Initiate Purchase Requisitions (PR’s) in Finance System based on inputs from Supply Chain & Drilling & Completions teams, using independent judgement to gather all required information.
-Work with Cost Control Specialist to ensure appropriate Network/Activities codes are utilized in PR’s -Notify Engineers and Supply Chain when PR’s have been submitted -Monitor PR completion in system and notify Project team when Purchase Orders (PO’s) are in place -Escalate PR delays or SAP system issue and propose solutions to resolve -Participate in project cost reviews and address questions related to PR’s & PO’s -Upon receipt of invoice, work with appropriate Project Manager to verify services and accurately create Service Entry Sheet for invoice payment. Use judgement to verify activity and proactively identify areas for improvement -Review, Analysis & Process Non-PO Invoices -Cost specialist training, development and duties as assigned including: Review, analysis, and updating of project VOWD / Forecast values. Review, assign, update cost coding and allocations as necessary. Track and log changes/trends as needed and assist with potential change orders as needed. Alert project management to cost overruns or errors.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business or engineering related subjects is preferred.
Any relevant cost control certifications would be highly desirable.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook etc).
Experience working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment, such as SAP or Oracle desired.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in cost control or a related discipline.
Knowledge of the upstream oil and gas industry would be preferred ideally from within an exploration and production company.
Experience working on major capital projects, ideally in a harsh weather or logistically challenging environment.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
The position will work closely with the Facilities team providing direct support to the Project Managers and Engineers. This position will also provide back-up support to other teams as needed.
Key Accountabilities
-Promote and lead in the implementation of company policies and procedures, including Safety, health, environment, process, people and planning -Initiate Purchase Requisitions (PR’s) in Finance System based on inputs from Supply Chain & Drilling & Completions teams, using independent judgement to gather all required information.
-Work with Cost Control Specialist to ensure appropriate Network/Activities codes are utilized in PR’s -Notify Engineers and Supply Chain when PR’s have been submitted -Monitor PR completion in system and notify Project team when Purchase Orders (PO’s) are in place -Escalate PR delays or SAP system issue and propose solutions to resolve -Participate in project cost reviews and address questions related to PR’s & PO’s -Upon receipt of invoice, work with appropriate Project Manager to verify services and accurately create Service Entry Sheet for invoice payment. Use judgement to verify activity and proactively identify areas for improvement -Review, Analysis & Process Non-PO Invoices -Cost specialist training, development and duties as assigned including: Review, analysis, and updating of project VOWD / Forecast values. Review, assign, update cost coding and allocations as necessary. Track and log changes/trends as needed and assist with potential change orders as needed. Alert project management to cost overruns or errors.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in finance, business or engineering related subjects is preferred.
Any relevant cost control certifications would be highly desirable.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Proficient computer skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook etc).
Experience working in an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) environment, such as SAP or Oracle desired.
At least 5 years of progressive experience in cost control or a related discipline.
Knowledge of the upstream oil and gas industry would be preferred ideally from within an exploration and production company.
Experience working on major capital projects, ideally in a harsh weather or logistically challenging environment.
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.