Project Cost Controller

Are you ready to join a leading global renewable energy company that is making a positive impact on the world?

We are X-ELIO, a Brookfield-owned company and a global leader in the renewable energy sector. With over 3 GW of renewable projects (solar/BESS) built, we currently operate in 12 countries and have a development pipeline of 12 GW of solar and 14 GW of BESS capacity.

Reporting to: Country Manager of Australia

Based in: Melbourne or Brisbane, Australia

Open opportunity: Project Cost Controller

The selected professional will bring a proactive and collaborative approach to cost control and will have a strong financial acumen and the ability to analyze complex data sets to provide meaningful insights.

What will you do?

• Budget Oversight: collaborate with project managers and members of the project team to develop and monitor project budgets, ensuring alignment with overall project financial objectives.
• Oversee the end-to-end process of purchase order requests, approvals and entries in Jagger working closely with the Procurement team to ensure accuracy and timely execution.
• Support project budget analysis for development, delivery, and operational project managers and executive leaders through pipeline review meetings and BIM control.
• Preparation and maintenance of project budgets and forecasts, maintain the Final Forecast Cost of projects
• Variance analysis such as monthly movements & budget vs forecast.
• Updating the project cash flow forecast.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including project management, procurement, and accounting, to streamline cost control processes.
• Provide detailed cost reports and dashboards to management
• Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations

What do we need?

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role with responsibility for managing project costs, preferably within the construction or engineering industry.
• Bachelor's degree or above in Commerce, Business or Finance.
• CA, CPA, or equivalent qualification desirable.
• Skilled in cost control using Excel, SAP4hana and other financial tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information clearly.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve financial goals.

What do we offer?

• Career development in a leading international environment.
• Yearly bonus based on objectives.
• Hybrid Remote work model
• Additional benefits (Healthy X-Elio, Workshops, Green Mobility programs, etc.)

Join a team of passionate and talented individuals making a positive impact in the world!

If you are interested in the position and want to know more, apply to the link. For any other query, contact us at [email protected].

At X-ELIO, we embrace diversity and inclusivity. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to a fair and unbiased hiring process that respects individuals regardless of their gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other personal characteristics. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to submit their applications.