Cost Controller — Flexible Project Controls

Transport for NSW; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW is seeking a cost management professional to support the financial governance of major infrastructure projects in NSW. You will monitor budgets, forecast costs, and provide timely reporting to project teams and stakeholders.

The role emphasises rigorous cost analysis, proactive issue resolution, and strong collaboration across finance functions to ensure accurate cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost management within complex projects.
• Understanding of cost forecasting, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Ability to analyse financial data and provide insightful advice.

Responsibilities

• Support effective financial management of complex infrastructure projects by monitoring budgets, maintaining cost controls, and providing analysis and reporting.
• Prepare and deliver cost performance reports for project stakeholders.
• Manage accruals, cost recoveries and budget reallocations as part of project controls.

Skills

Cost management

Project controls

Cost forecasting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Attention to detail

Project governance

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting

Tools

Financial systems

Cost control software

Job description

Transport for NSW is seeking a cost management professional to support the financial governance of major infrastructure projects in NSW. You will monitor budgets, forecast costs, and provide timely reporting to project teams and stakeholders.

The role emphasises rigorous cost analysis, proactive issue resolution, and strong collaboration across finance functions to ensure accurate cost tracking throughout the project lifecycle.