Project Cost Controller

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Sunwater Limited Full time

Full Time**Location**:
Brisbane**Job type**:
Engineering, Accounting**Applications close**:
28 Oct 2024 E. Australia Standard Time

**Project Cost Controller**:
**Work.**

Are you an analytical thinker with a head for numbers? Join Sunwater as Project Cost Controller, where you’ll play a vital role in contributing to the commercial sustainability of the Paradise Dam Improvement project through the provision of advice, expertise and operational delivery of day-to-day costing/financial, procurement and project administration services. You will play key role in the production of budgets and forecasts across the full life cycle of the project into planned monthly cash flows, ensuring reporting deadlines are met and full compliance with financial and project controls procedures.

As Project Cost Controller at Sunwater, you will:

- Lead the project cost attribution with regards to month-end financial close processes, timely invoice processing and raising, accruals and cost transfers, monitoring and reviewing aged accruals, monthly financial performance monitoring/reporting, undertaking variance analysis (actual vs. planned) and advising project and business leads on financial risks and appropriate resolution.
- Maintain, develop and implement systems to track and report on actual and forecast costs to manage the cost exposure across each project cost codes and the overall project.
- Directly support and measure cost variances from the project baseline and taking appropriate action with the project management team.

We are seeking a talented individual with a proven track record in project cost control across major capital programs or projects. You will hold tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce, engineering or significant experience in a similar field. You will also bring:

- **Systems expertise**: Proficiency in the use of project-based systems such as PRISM/Contruent and or SAP.
- **Analytical skills**:High level analytical and conceptual skills including the ability to analyse data, identify anomalies and implement appropriate solutions.
- **Communication skills**: Excellent communication skills with a knack for writing and presenting quality reports and findings to senior leadership, including the Board and executive leadership team

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including:

- Base salary starting from $107,700
- 12.75% superannuation
- Access to banked time and TOIL
- 17.5% leave loading
- A genuine emphasis on work/life balance

**Water.**

Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

**Life.**

At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

- **My benefits**: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
- **My wellbeing**: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
- **My time**: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
- **My growth**: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the



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