Job ID
49209
Job Title
Budgeting and Cost Control Specialist
To work for
UCK Airports
Country
Syria
City
Damascus
Field of Work
Finances/Accountancy
Job Type
Full time
Military service
Not Specified
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor/ License Degree
Responsibilities
• Assist in preparing annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, department managers and the revenue and commercial departments of the company.
• Prepare monthly and annual budget realization reports (Budget vs. Actual).
• Support preparation of IFRS-based Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow budgets.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis reports with explanations for deviations.
• Verify budget submissions from major commercial tenants (e.g., Duty Free, F&B, Hotel Operators) in accordance with contractual obligation
• Preparing the reports regarding deviations from planned and actual budget data.
• Upload approved budgets into the ERP system and ensure system accuracy.
• Update revised budgets in the ERP system upon approval
• Monitor daily actuals and reserve requests, and report data that may cause budget deviations.
• Control daily expenditure and requests against approved budgets.
• Sharing the budget codes related to expenses the relevant responsible personnel.
• Review budget codes and ensure alignment with approved budget allocations.
• If a request is opened under an incorrect budget item, the relevant parties are contacted to ensure that the correct request is created.
• Identify budget overruns or missing allocations and escalate to management.
• Verify supporting documentation attached to each request form.
• The consistency between the initial purchase request and the resulting quotation evaluation form is checked.
• Prepare daily and periodic reports on pending and non-compliant requests and submit them to the Budget and Reporting Manager.
• Following up on budget overruns and revisions are carried out upon approval from the senior manager.
• Report items recorded without valid budget codes to management on a periodic basis.
• Coordinate with IT to resolve ERP or system-related budget control issues.
• Changes between budget items of relevant departments are made with the approval of the senior manager.
• Support audit requirements by preparing schedules and documentation as requested.
• Prepare monthly and annual budget realization reports (Budget vs. Actual).
• Support preparation of IFRS-based Income Statement, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow budgets.
• Prepare monthly variance analysis reports with explanations for deviations.
• Verify budget submissions from major commercial tenants (e.g., Duty Free, F&B, Hotel Operators) in accordance with contractual obligation
• Preparing the reports regarding deviations from planned and actual budget data.
• Upload approved budgets into the ERP system and ensure system accuracy.
• Update revised budgets in the ERP system upon approval
• Monitor daily actuals and reserve requests, and report data that may cause budget deviations.
• Control daily expenditure and requests against approved budgets.
• Sharing the budget codes related to expenses the relevant responsible personnel.
• Review budget codes and ensure alignment with approved budget allocations.
• If a request is opened under an incorrect budget item, the relevant parties are contacted to ensure that the correct request is created.
• Identify budget overruns or missing allocations and escalate to management.
• Verify supporting documentation attached to each request form.
• The consistency between the initial purchase request and the resulting quotation evaluation form is checked.
• Prepare daily and periodic reports on pending and non-compliant requests and submit them to the Budget and Reporting Manager.
• Following up on budget overruns and revisions are carried out upon approval from the senior manager.
• Report items recorded without valid budget codes to management on a periodic basis.
• Coordinate with IT to resolve ERP or system-related budget control issues.
• Changes between budget items of relevant departments are made with the approval of the senior manager.
• Support audit requirements by preparing schedules and documentation as requested.
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field (mandatory).
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Training in budgeting, financial reporting, or ERP systems is desirable.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in budgeting, cost control, or financial reporting.
• Experience in infrastructure, aviation, construction, or CAPEX-driven environments is preferred.
• Exposure to ERP-based budget control systems.
• Prior audit or accounting experience is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and variance analysis principles.
• Basic knowledge of IFRS reporting standards.
• Understanding of CAPEX and OPEX classification.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, financial analysis).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and document verification capability.
• Ability to interpret financial data and highlight inconsistencies.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CMA or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Training in budgeting, financial reporting, or ERP systems is desirable.
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in budgeting, cost control, or financial reporting.
• Experience in infrastructure, aviation, construction, or CAPEX-driven environments is preferred.
• Exposure to ERP-based budget control systems.
• Prior audit or accounting experience is considered an asset.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and variance analysis principles.
• Basic knowledge of IFRS reporting standards.
• Understanding of CAPEX and OPEX classification.
• Proficiency in MS Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, financial analysis).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and document verification capability.
• Ability to interpret financial data and highlight inconsistencies.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
Salary and Benefits
As per Salary Scale.
About us
UCK Airports is an international consortium established by UCC Holding, ASSETS Investments, CENGIZ Holding and KALYON Holding. The consortium has signed a concession agreement to invest, develop, expand, construct, and operate Damascus International Airport. Valued at USD 4 billion, the project represents one of the largest investments in Syria's history and underscores strong international confidence in the future of the country's aviation sector.
Required employees number
1
Posted On
Jun 24, 2026
Expiry Date
Jul 24, 2026
