Port Cost Controller in Uxbridge

We are seeking a Port Cost Controller to support the financial oversight, cost control and optimisation of port-related expenses within our local entity, while working in close collaboration with our global headquarters (HQ). This role serves as a key financial liaison, responsible for ensuring that all port-related costs - including port agency fees, pilotage, towage, berthing, terminal handling, waste disposal and other port services - are accurately tracked, analyzed and reported in alignment with corporate financial objectives and governance standards.

The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical and data-crunching capabilities, high attention to detail and the ability to partner effectively across finance, operations and port operations teams both locally and internationally. This is a hands-on role with end-to-end responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, accruals, performance monitoring and cost optimisation of port charges.

Your Impact

• Cost Control & Financial Oversight Responsibilities

• Monitors and controls expenses related to port charges across all destinations (e.g., pilotage, towage, berthing, terminal handling, agency fees, waste disposal).
• Tracks costs across categories such as port authorities, local vendors, service providers and overhead allocations.
• Supports month-end close activities and prepares variance analysis for port cost centres.
• Prepares and maintains budgets and forecasts in partnership with port operations and global finance stakeholders.
• Reconciles actuals vs. budget/forecast and performs detailed variance analysis, recommending corrective actions as needed.
• Maintains a clear cost attribution model to ensure transparency and accountability across itineraries, ships, and ports.

• Acts as finance partner for Port Operations teams, collaborating with HQ Finance, Marine Operations, Itinerary Planning and Procurement.
• Provides financial guidance and insights to help port and operations leaders manage their cost structures and make data-driven decisions.
• Ensures alignment of cost allocation methodologies, reporting standards, and planning timelines with global finance processes.

• Builds, maintains and improves dashboards and reporting tools that offer clear, real-time visibility into port charges, cost trends, KPIs and benchmarks.
• Serves as the go-to analyst for data crunching, working with large, complex datasets to extract insights, identify inefficiencies and support business cases or ad-hoc requests.
• Supports improvements in financial systems, automation and data governance to enhance reporting quality, speed and transparency.
• Champions data integrity, cost accuracy and strong internal controls across all financial outputs.

• Identifies cost optimisation opportunities across port operations and supports their execution at the local level.
• Conducts scenario analysis, business case evaluations and cost restructuring assessments (e.g., port selection, service provider negotiations).
• Ensures adherence to corporate policies, internal controls and accounting standards.

Your Journey so far

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in cost control, financial analysis or controlling roles, preferably in cruise/maritime industry.
• Proven ability in data crunching, financial modelling and working with large datasets across multiple systems.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP systems (e.g. SAP) and financial reporting tools.
• Strong financial and analytical background, with a focus on cost control, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Self-driven, proactive, and organized, capable of managing multiple priorities with minimal supervision.