Portfolio Costs Lead

Job title: Portfolio Cost Lead Responsibilities: Cost Forecasting Tracking Support Project Managers in developing and maintaining project cost forecasts Consolidate and maintain portfolio-level cost views across multiple projects Track actuals vs forecast and highlight variances and risks Ensure forecasts are regularly updated and aligned with delivery plans Purchase Orders Financial Administration Raise and manage purchase orders (POs) and requisitions in the finance system Ensure accurate coding and alignment to project budgets Track PO lifecycle including approvals, receipts, and closure Support invoice matching and query resolution Spend Tracking Reporting Monitor project spend and commitments across the portfolio Track supplier payments and accruals where required Produce regular cost reports for Project Managers and senior stakeholders Maintain clear audit trails and financial records Stakeholder Support Act as a key support function to Project Managers, the Portfolio Office and Senior Stakeholders on cost-related processes Work with Finance teams to ensure alignment with financial controls and reporting cycles Provide guidance to project teams on procurement and cost management processes Governance Process Improvement Ensure adherence to internal financial controls and governance requirements Identify and implement improvements to cost tracking and reporting processes Support audits and reviews with accurate and well-maintained documentation Experience Essential Experience in a project, programme, or portfolio support role (PMO, cost control, finance admin, or similar) Experience raising purchase orders and requisitions within finance systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Coupa) Strong Excel and data management skills High attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously Strong organisational and administrative skills Desirable Experience working in utilities, infrastructure, engineering, or other regulated environments Employment type 2 year FTC Salary banding £45-55k (subject to HR benchmarking) Reporting to: Head of Delivery Office Primary location Hybrid: 2-3 days per week working in any SGN Office Ideal start date ASAP