Australia, Perth
Fulltime: 40 hrs a week
Experience: 4-6 Years
Education Level: Secondary School
Conventional Energy
Closing: 06 July 2025

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Introduction

On behalf of our client, a leading Energy Resources Company, Brunel is presently sourcing a Cost Controller. This will be a 6 month contract located in the Perth CBD.

What are you going to do 

  • Coordinate and receive information in Project budget preparation, assist in budget presentation as required both internally and to Joint Venture Partners
  • Analyse, advise, report on and provide recommendations in relation to financial anomalies, such as cost over-runs and variance in actual costs from budgeted costs
  • Design and build a project and department cost tracking system including processes and training materials
  • Prepare and submit monthly cash forecasts
  • Preparation of Diesel Fuel Rebate information and communications with the relevant authorities
  • Prepare, administer and effectively manage the project AFEs
  • Work closely with Accounts Payable and Contracts Teams
  • Complete regular month end reporting, reconciliation and assistance with the Company month end process as needed
  • Liaise with all areas within the organisation (internal customers), external auditors and other external stakeholders
  • Know and understand the financial delegation process and determine which financial delegates must authorise which purchase orders and invoices
  • Help ensure invoices are approved and returned to AP within a timely manner for process before the end of month financial process; and follow up with internal clients if required
  • Corporate accounting (Revenue, COGS, Depletion/Depreciation and others as required)

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Proven experience in finance or project accounting roles
  • Strong understanding of budget preparation, variance analysis and reporting
  • Ability to communicate effectively across departments and external stakeholders
  • Expertise in building and maintaining financial tracking systems
  • Working knowledge of AP processes, AFE management, and financial delegation

What we offer 

  • Excellent negotiable day rate!
  • Salary Sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Mandy Hobbs,Email: m.hobbs@brunel.net OR Tel: 9429 5676

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Application process

First Contact

We carefully review your application and in the coming weeks, you will be notified for an interview session if you are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 7 days. 
 

Scheduling an Interview

After being shortlisted, you will be contacted via email or telephone to arrange for a date on your availability for the qualification interview. 

Phone/ Qualification Interview

During the interview, you will be assessed on your level of experience and skills, work history, availability, and the qualifications the company is seeking for the position.

Meeting in Real Life

After successfully making through the phone interview, a face to face interview will be scheduled between the candidate and recruiter. This session can be a more in-depth  interview to review your communication and interpersonal skills.

Application for the Position

Submission of candidates resume for client’s approval and screening.

Do you have questions?

MH

Mandy Hobbs

9429 5676

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