Cost Controller & Assurance Specialist

Your New Role
Our State Government client is seeking an experienced Cost Controller & Assurance Specialist to support the financial oversight and assurance of major rail infrastructure programs and projects.

This specialist opportunity will provide independent cost analysis, assurance and reporting across a portfolio of major rail investments, supporting informed decision-making and strengthening confidence in project financial performance.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Review and independently assess project cost reports, budgets, forecasts and estimates at completion.
• Analyse cost performance, earned value, contingency, financial risks and emerging cost pressures.
• Undertake assurance reviews of project expenditure, contractor claims, cost allocations and commercial information.
• Identify reporting inconsistencies, forecast risks and opportunities to strengthen cost controls.
• Develop portfolio cost dashboards, assurance reports and recommendations for senior executives.
• Collaborate with project, finance and commercial teams to improve portfolio cost management and reporting.

About You

• Demonstrated specialist experience in cost control and/or independent cost assurance.
• Strong understanding of project cost forecasting, earned value management, contingency and cost risk.
• Experience reviewing complex project financial information, cost reports and contractor claims.
• Advanced analytical and reporting skills, including Excel, Power BI or project controls systems.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to provide independent, evidence-based advice.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.

Experience across major infrastructure projects will be highly regarded.

Benefits for You

• ASAP start
• Initial 12-month contract, with 2 x 12-month extension options (up to 3 years total)
• $102.29 – $108.09 per hour + Super (negotiable)
• Brisbane CBD location
• Opportunity to contribute to the financial oversight of major rail infrastructure investments
• Weekly pay cycles | No payroll fees/deductions
• Ongoing support from Kingston Human Capital

Next Steps
  
Click APPLY NOW and upload your CV (MS Word preferred).
  
We encourage you to include a Cover Letter highlighting your relevant experience in infrastructure cost control, independent assurance and major project delivery.
 
Confidential enquiries can be directed to:
Angela Burchett
Senior Recruitment Consultant - Accounting & Finance
angela.burchett@kingstonhumancapital.com.au
0436 699 623
  
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