Ausenco is a fast-growing company with big ideas. We redefine what’s possible in some of the world’s most complex projects and toughest environments. Delivering innovative, value-add consulting, project delivery, asset operations and maintenance solutions is what we do. From 21 offices in 9 countries, with projects in over 80 locations worldwide, we create sustainable outcomes for our people, clients and communities.

Our team is growing, we are currently recruiting for a Project Cost Controller, to join our team in our Newcastle office.

About the role  

• Accounts administration and cost control, includes reviewing vendor invoices and contractor timecards, receipting invoices, invoicing clients, tracking payments to vendors and from clients etc. 

• Reporting includes generating and collating information from various business systems as well as internal and external stakeholders (for routine and ad-hoc reporting). 

• Commercial management of clients and vendors including managing contracts, purchase orders, change orders, hourly cost and sell rates, task codes etc. 

• Project controls include setting up new projects, baselining budgets, tracking and calculating remaining budget and hours, tracking progress (as required), forecasting and providing financial and project related information to the Directors, Operations Managers and Project Managers. 

• Financial analysis and reporting, includes performance index tracking, investigating causes of aged WIP and fluctuations in project GM, preparing revenue and cash flow forecasts based on actuals and projections, and expediting cost estimates for proposals and change orders. 

About you 

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (required) 
• Ability to work with a diverse range of people and cultures  
• Flexible and adaptable to change tasks quickly as business priorities vary 
• Strong analytical and numeracy skills, including the ability to analyse large data sets  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills  
• High attention to detail 
• Commercial acumen  
• Degree Qualified in Business (finance/accounting) or Engineering (highly regarded) 
• Experience using Oracle E-Business (highly regarded) 
• Knowledge and experience of Power BI (desirable)
• Understanding of project management principles or certification (desirable)

Why Ausenco?

We support individual growth and aim to allow you to work in a way that plays to your strengths. In addition to a competitive remuneration package we offer:

• Career advancement - Be supported in your ongoing development with technical training, mentoring programs and frequent networking opportunities.
• Work Life Balance – Be empowered to enjoy your life outside of the office with flexible working hours, work from home arrangements and modern leave policies including paid parental leave and floating public holiday programs.
• Holistic approach to wellness – Take a proactive approach to your overall wellbeing. Access confidential services as a courtesy of Ausenco including online health and fitness programs, financial coaching, and confidential counselling services.
• Accessible leadership team – Work with highly reputable market leaders who value your contribution.

Our people don’t settle for the status quo. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and want to help set a new standard in sustainability, we’ll help you find your place. This means working with you to develop a unique career path and skillset to match your ambition.

We’re proud of the work we do, and we do it within a culture that is open, honest, and cooperative. We have a history of attracting visionary people who embrace challenges and deliver creative solutions for every project, and your voice is an important part of the conversation.

As a global company we embrace and encourage diversity in its fullest sense – gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, experience, nationality, colour, language, religion, location, disability, education, skills, working styles and time availability. Our work environments are based on mutual trust and respect for the rights and opportunities of every individual.

Join us and work a better way.