Cost Control Analyst II

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JOB SUMMARY

Job Profile Summary

Responsible for developing, maintaining, and analyzing cost control processes and financial data with a focus on records and information management activities. This role supports cost planning, tracking, and forecasting related to compliance programs, audits, document management systems, and regulatory initiatives across the oil and gas value chain. Works independently to analyze cost performance, evaluate variances, and support budgeting and reporting processes. Applies working knowledge of financial controls, data governance, and compliance requirements to ensure accurate, auditable, and consistent cost management practices that align with company policies and regulatory expectations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Cost Control and Financial Management
• Develop and maintain cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting processes for compliance, audit, and records management activities
• Analyze project and operational costs, including labor, systems, vendor services, and compliance-related expenditures
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to support budgeting and financial planning
• Ensure cost data aligns with approved budgets, project scopes, and financial controls
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Analyze financial data to identify cost trends, variances, and key drivers impacting compliance and records management activities
• Compile and validate cost data from multiple systems to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and metrics to support decision-making and leadership visibility
• Support financial reporting requirements related to audits, regulatory filings, and internal controls
• Compliance and Audit Support
• Ensure cost tracking and reporting practices comply with internal policies, financial controls, and regulatory requirements
• Support internal and external audit activities by providing documentation, cost analysis, and supporting evidence
• Assist in identifying gaps in cost controls, documentation, or processes and recommend improvements
• Maintain auditable records of financial data, assumptions, and supporting documentation
• Records and Information Management Alignment
• Support cost tracking and analysis related to records management systems, document retention programs, and information governance initiatives
• Ensure financial data and documentation are maintained in accordance with records retention policies and regulatory requirements
• Partner with records management and compliance teams to align financial tracking with information governance practices
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, Audit, Finance, and IT teams to gather cost inputs, validate assumptions, and ensure alignment
• Collaborate with project managers and business partners to support cost planning and monitoring activities
• Communicate cost insights, risks, and variances to stakeholders to support informed decision-making
• Change Management and Risk Analysis
• Evaluate changes in scope, regulatory requirements, or operational activities and assess cost impacts
• Identify and communicate cost risks, uncertainties, and potential variances
• Support mitigation strategies through scenario analysis and cost impact assessments
• Continuous Improvement and Process Enhancement
• Participate in initiatives to improve cost control processes, tools, and reporting methodologies
• Recommend enhancements to financial tracking, documentation, and reporting practices
• Support standardization and consistency of cost control processes across the Legal, Compliance & Audit function

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field; typically required

Work Experience

• 4+ years of experience in cost control, financial analysis, accounting, project controls, or related field typically required
• Experience supporting compliance, audit, legal, or regulatory functions a plus
• Experience in oil and gas, energy, or other regulated industries preferred
• Equivalent industry experience may be considered

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of: Cost control principles, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Knowledge of: Compliance, audit processes, and regulatory environments
• Skills in: Strong analytics and problem-solving with attention to detail
• Ability to: Analyze and interpret financial data to identify trends and risks
• Skills in: Microsoft Excel and financial or reporting systems proficiency
• Ability to: Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Ability to: Communicate and collaborate across cross-functional teams
• Ability to: Apply established processes while exercising sound judgment

Licenses and Certifications

• None required
• Professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA, or equivalent) are a plus

Strength Factor Rating - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Strength Factor Description - Physical Demands/Requirements

• Standing: Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about (Occasionally)
• Walking: Moving about on foot (Frequently)
• Sitting: Remaining in a seated position (Constantly)
• Lifting: Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling) (Occasionally)
• Carrying: Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder (Occasionally)
• Climbing: Ladders, Stairs (Occasionally)
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling (Occasionally)
• Stooping: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist (Occasionally)
• Kneeling: Bending the legs at the knees to come to rest on the knee or knees (Occasionally)
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending the legs and spine (Occasionally)
• Reaching: Extending hands and arms in any direction (Constantly)
• Handling: Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with the hand or hands (Manual Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Fingering: Picking, pinching or otherwise working with the fingers primarily (Finger Dexterity) (Constantly)
• Feeling: Perceiving such attributes of objects/materials as size, shape, temperature, texture, movement or pulsation by receptors in the skin, particularly those of the finger tips (Constantly)
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas/information by means of the spoken word (Frequently)
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sound by the ear (Frequently)
• Near Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less (Constantly)
• Far Vision: Clarity of vision at 20 feet for more (Frequently)
• Depth Perception: Three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships so as to see objects where and as they actually are (Frequently)
• Vision: Color - The ability to identify and distinguish colors (Constantly)

Working Conditions/Environment

• Employee is subject to inside environmental conditions

Working Conditions

• Well lighted, climate controlled areas (Constantly)
• Frequent repetitive motion (Constantly)
• CRT (Computer Monitor(s)) (Constantly)

Travel

• Ability to travel to field sites or operational facilities as needed

Driving

• Based on assigned tasks, employee may be assigned a company vehicle requiring the applicable driver's license

ONEOK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, national origin, gender identity, disability, military/veteran status, genetic information or any other categories protected by applicable law.

The job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of ONEOK.

ONEOK is committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request an accommodation email HRSolutions@ONEOK.com or call 1-855-663-6547​.

Expected Salary Range

$78,000.00 - $116,000.00