Cost Controller

As a Cost Controller, you will contribute to the commercial sustainability of Sunwater's projects through the provision of advice, expertise and operational delivery of day to day costing/financial, procurement and project administration services

What makes Sunwater an exceptional workplace?

We are dedicated to providing our employees with a dynamic and secure work atmosphere, accompanied by an array of attractive benefits including:

• Base salary starting from $104,100.52
• 12.75% superannuation
• Access to Banked Time and TOIL
• 17.5% leave loading
• Hybrid work environment with a genuine emphasis on work/life balance
• Access to Sunwater's MyBenefits hosted by Reward Gateway

The Role:

As a Cost Controller, you will organise and/or assist with the ordering, purchasing and supply of project requirements to allow project and contract delivery related work to proceed in a timely manner.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Undertake financial and timesheet transactions in relation to daily costing, revenue claims in projects and work orders using various SunWater packages including SAP for financial transaction reconciliation
• Monitor the financial position of project and work orders and ensure only correct charges are being debited to projects or work orders and provide early warnings to management of any deviations beyond predetermined limits
• Undertake "End of Month" and "on request" financial reporting to enable accurate project or work order tracking and to indicate the overall financial position of various projects.  Prepare financial documentation in liaison with relevant line managers to facilitate procurement and ensure correct recording of financial transactions
• Requisition and monitor the supply of goods and services to ensure workflows are uninterrupted
• Investigate and resolve routine supplier complaints and feedback.  Monitor Inventory purchases and apportionment of costs and assist with stocktaking as required

About you

We are looking for someone with a minimum of three years experience in a similar role in the construction of major civil engineering projects. You will also have a Diploma in Business or equivalent. In addition to this, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Experience in the use and management of a financial system, including SAP
• Proven problem-solving ability, and the ability to consider wider scale implications and risks
• Analysis, interpretation and application of high level financial management practices and provide advice and support to others
• Clear and concise communication with an active listening approach
• Friendly and engaging interpersonal style who can work collaboratively with peers

We strongly encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexibility in their work arrangements. We understand the importance of work-life balance and value the diverse perspectives and experiences that individuals with flexible working needs bring to our team. Whether you are looking for part-time or other flexible arrangements, we are committed to exploring possibilities that accommodate your needs whilst ensuring successful outcomes for Sunwater. Please feel free to discuss your desired flexibility during the application process, and we will strive to create a mutually beneficial work arrangement.

For further information visit www.sunwater.com.au

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 world.  We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn.

Please note that our recruitment process involves verifying references, conducting psychometric testing, performing background checks, and conducting a pre-employment medical evaluation.