Project Controller

Hitachi; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a Project Controller in Brisbane to oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial performance across projects. You will provide insights to project managers and stakeholders, ensuring financial health and timely reporting.

The role requires a strong background in finance, ERP experience, and advanced Excel skills, with the ability to communicate complex financial data clearly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project controlling, financial analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and financial accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and project management software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop, monitor, and control project budgets, ensuring alignment with project scope.
• Prepare and analyze project financial forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Track project actuals against budget and forecast, explaining variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Generate financial reports including profit and loss, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete analyses.
• Collaborate with project managers to establish robust project financial plans and KPIs.
• Perform financial risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
• Support project audits with documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of project control processes and tools.
• Communicate financial performance to project teams and senior management.

Skills

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial analysis

ERP systems

Excel advanced

Variance analysis

Communication

Presentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance/Accounting/BA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Project management software

Job description

Location:

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Job ID:

R0143869

Date Posted:

2026-09-18

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Profession (Job Category):

Project/Program Management

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Summary

As a Project Controller at Hitachi, Ltd., you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and successful delivery of our projects. You will be responsible for overseeing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, providing crucial insights and support to project managers and stakeholders.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop, monitor, and control project budgets, ensuring alignment with project scope and company financial objectives.
• Prepare and analyze project financial forecasts, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
• Track project actuals against budget and forecast, explaining variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Generate comprehensive financial reports, including profit and loss statements, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete analyses.
• Collaborate with project managers to establish robust project financial plans and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Perform financial risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for projects.
• Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, procedures, and relevant accounting standards.
• Support project audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of project control processes and tools.
• Communicate financial performance effectively to project teams, senior management, and other stakeholders.

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project controlling, financial analysis, or a similar role, preferably within a large multinational corporation or a project-based environment.
• Strong understanding of project management principles and financial accounting concepts.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas).
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and project management software is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

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Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.