Cost Controller

acciona; Auckland; On-site; NZD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring & training

Flexible hours & leave options

Salary packaging & novated vehicle

Job summary

ACCIONA is delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Cost Controller role reports to the Finance Manager and focuses on monitoring, analysing, and controlling project costs to support delivery, while coordinating with the delivery team on schedule tracking, forecasting, and procurement.

The successful candidate will combine financial expertise with strong analytical skills and engage with a wide range of stakeholders across a major program,

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, quantity surveying or related field.
• Experience in cost control, project controls or project accounting.
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with ERP and project cost management systems.

Responsibilities

• Track critical path milestones and support schedule reporting.
• Monitor cost codes, budgets and monthly forecast variances.
• Review daily production and productivity tracking data.
• Identify and document project risks and opportunities.
• Track change requests affecting project time and cost.
• Support procurement actions and subcontract deliverables.
• Maintain accurate records across cost management systems.

Skills

Cost control

Project controls

Budgeting

Forecasting

Excel

ERP systems

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or diploma

Tools

ERP systems

Project cost management software

Job description

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure, and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.

Job Description

Bring your cost control expertise to New Zealand's largest transport infrastructure project.

Benefits

• Career development through mentoring and training support
• Flexible working hours and a range of leave options
• Salary packaging and novated vehicle leasing options

Project Info

Join ACCIONA and be part of a team delivering one of New Zealand's most significant transport infrastructure projects. The Northland Corridor Warkworth to Te Hana - Ara Tūhono project will enhance connectivity, improve safety and support regional growth, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Cost Controller will monitor, analyse and control project costs to support the delivery of the Northland Corridor. You'll work closely with the delivery team on schedule tracking, cost forecasting, risk and change management, and contract and procurement processes. This role suits someone who combines financial expertise with strong analytical skills and confidence engaging a range of stakeholders across a major infrastructure program.

Key Accountabilities

• Track critical path milestones and support schedule reporting
• Monitor cost codes, budgets and monthly forecast variances
• Review daily production and productivity tracking data
• Identify and document project risks and opportunities
• Track change requests affecting project time and cost
• Support procurement actions and subcontract deliverables
• Maintain accurate records across cost management systems

Required Skills and Competencies

• Degree or diploma in accounting, finance, quantity surveying or related field
• Experience in cost control, project controls or project accounting
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with ERP and project cost management systems

Why Join us?

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

Applicants must be a New Zealand Resident/Citizen or hold appropriate work rights to work in New Zealand.