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BBBH42648
Negotiable
London

Job Description -

Our client an E&P company are looking for a IT Specialist to join them on a long term contract inside IR35 with a negotiable day rate based in their offices near London.

Responsibilities -

  • Provide sufficient training, coaching, & mentoring of TCS resource on TM1 where necessary
  • BAU Support
  • Play key role from Cognos perspective to facilitate the move from Cognos BI to SAP SAC
  • In preparation for annual Budget process ensure Cognos TM1 models are updated based on Group Finance requirements.
  • Provide Cognos TM1 support issue investigation, request management and resolution within SLAs.
  • Ensure TSC Document of Understanding are to a satisfactory standard
  • Remove any blockers
  • Request consultancy days where necessary and come up with a plan
  • Change requests
  • Review business requirement and come up with technical plan for enhancements/changes/new development
  • Play key role on developing/implementing enhancement/changes
  • Agree final scope
  • Provide advice and guidance on impact of changes in applications closely integrated with Cognos TM1. Respond to queries within same day business working hours.
  • Responsible for the maintenance and support of the excel master data solution currently in place, investigating and resolving any issues in a timely manner.
  • Ensure appropriate unit testing, user testing and regression testing scripts are completed, issues tracked, and results evidenced. These must be signed off by Business System Manager & Finance Manager.
  • Respond to all emails within same day business working hours.
  • Deployment of change requests on time as agreed.
  • No slippage on deliverables agreed on Finance Timetable.
  • Cognos is available accurately on time as per Finance Calendar.

Experience and Qualifications -

  • 10 years of experience working both in Functional and Development roles with TM1 and has particularly worked on TM1 version 10. Fully competent in developing processes, writing rules, cubes, dimension.
  • Familiar working in Oil & Gas environment exposure in the process and consolidation activities that underpins typical models such as G&A (Cost Centre), Allocation, Headcount, Production, and Cash Flow.
  • Strong finance knowledge, O & G accounting, balance sheet, cash consolidation, general ledger, budget, audits, and controls.
  • Preferably certified TM1 Developer
  • Further system knowledge of Cognos Analytic BI , Cognos Controller, SQL, and Excel VBA. Knowledge on Cognos Data Manager and SAP is preferred but not mandatory.
  • Strong experience in liaising with business stakeholders especially Finance team. Ability to translate business requirement into technical requirements and perform TM1 level changes independently.
  • Has trained up Junior TM1 developers and has coaching and mentoring experience

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.


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About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.