Strategic Cost Manager

1 day ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeFinancial Full time $100,000 - $140,000

Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Cost Management Specialist to join our team. As a Cost Management Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing project finances and working closely with site-based operations and maintenance teams.

  • Monitor and control project costs, expenditure, and commitments to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Perform variance analysis and identify trends, risks, or issues that may impact project success.
  • Prepare and support monthly financial reports, dashboards, and forecasts to inform business decisions.
  • Drive month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness, and providing key insights to stakeholders.
  • Provide cost breakdowns and actionable insights to both finance and non-finance stakeholders to drive informed decision-making.
  • Communicate effectively with site-based maintenance teams to explain financial data in practical, accessible terms, highlighting areas for improvement.
  • Build and maintain reports using tools like Power BI for enhanced cost transparency and analysis.
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and quarterly planning cycles, working closely with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
  • Liaise with AP, Procurement, and Delivery teams to resolve financial queries and ensure seamless project execution.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and contracts, upholding the highest standards of governance and ethics.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement in project governance and financial performance, identifying opportunities for process enhancements and cost savings.

Requirements

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
  • Experience in project accounting and/or cost control roles, with a proven track record of delivering results.
  • Comfortable working with site-based teams and translating financial data for non-financial audiences, with excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Familiarity with labour cost structures (EBA knowledge desirable), as well as energy sector experience working with site-based teams.
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills; Power BI or ERP system knowledge is a plus, with a demonstrated ability to extract insights from complex data sets.
  • Excellent commercial acumen and a proactive approach to supporting project success, with a strong focus on delivering value-added results.
  • CA/CPA qualified or currently progressing (desirable).

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