Project Controller

Exciting opportunity for a Project Controller to join a respected organisation, offering a competitive salary. This role is for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, where your expertise in project accounting and will be highly valued. You will play part in ensuring financial controls are implemented and maintained across project services, while working with diverse teams. If you are looking for a position that offers both challenge and reward.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Controller to join a highly respected organisation in Melbourne, offering a competitive salary package of $130,000 - $160,000 plus superannuation. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment, where your expertise in large project accounting and financial control will be highly valued. You will play a pivotal part in ensuring robust financial controls are implemented and maintained across long-term project services, while working closely with diverse teams to deliver outstanding results. The organisation is committed to fostering professional growth, providing access to ongoing training opportunities and encouraging participation in industry forums and seminars. If you are looking for a position that offers both challenge and reward, along with the flexibility to develop your skills further, this could be the ideal next step in your career.

• Attractive remuneration package between $130,000 - $160,000 plus superannuation, reflecting the value placed on your experience and expertise.
• Opportunity to work on major engineering projects within a reputable consultancy environment, collaborating with knowledgeable professionals from various disciplines.
• Supportive workplace culture that encourages continuous learning through professional development opportunities, seminars, and conferences.
  
  

What You'll Do

As a Project Controller based in Melbourne, you will be entrusted with overseeing the financial integrity of significant engineering projects from inception through completion. Your day-to-day activities will involve developing robust budget frameworks, monitoring ongoing expenditures against these plans, and ensuring that all financial practices adhere strictly to regulatory standards. You will serve as a key point of contact between finance teams, project managers, and external auditors—facilitating open communication channels that support informed decision-making. By leveraging advanced systems such as MYOB, Deltek PIM, Office 365 apps, and Tagetik corporate reporting tools, you will streamline reporting processes while maintaining meticulous records. Your ability to interpret complex data sets will enable you to provide actionable insights that drive operational efficiency. Success in this role requires not only technical proficiency but also a genuine commitment to collaboration—working together with colleagues across departments to achieve shared goals while nurturing positive relationships with external stakeholders.

• Implement and maintain comprehensive financial controls tailored to the unique requirements of long-term project services within an engineering consultancy setting.
• Develop, monitor, and control detailed project budgets to ensure alignment with organisational objectives and contractual obligations.
• Track project progress meticulously and update schedules as necessary to reflect changes in scope or timelines.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory regulations, internal company policies, and specific contract requirements throughout all phases of each project.
• Coordinate effectively with project managers, finance teams, and other stakeholders to provide clear insights into project performance and financial status.
• Analyse financial results regularly with respect to profits, cash flows, trends, costs, and adherence to budgetary constraints; prepare both regular status updates and ad-hoc reports for senior leadership.
• Take responsibility for preparing and monitoring financial budgets and forecasts in close cooperation with business unit officers and management teams.
• Manage group reporting processes efficiently to ensure timely delivery of accurate information for decision-making at both local and group levels.
• Participate actively in external audit processes by providing required documentation and supporting information as needed.
• Engage in working capital management by forecasting cash flow needs and collaborating with operations teams to optimise cash flow throughout the life cycle of each project.
  
  

What You Bring

The ideal candidate for the Project Controller position brings extensive experience from finance or accounting environments—preferably gained within large-scale projects or engineering consultancies—alongside recognised professional qualifications such as CPA or CA. Your background demonstrates not only technical competence but also an empathetic approach towards stakeholder engagement: you excel at translating intricate financial concepts into accessible guidance for colleagues from non-financial backgrounds. Your interpersonal skills foster trust-based relationships built on honesty and dependability; you thrive when working collaboratively towards communal objectives. A keen eye for detail ensures accuracy across all aspects of budgeting/reporting while your adaptability allows you to respond sensitively under pressure—balancing competing priorities without losing sight of broader organisational goals. Familiarity with industry-standard software platforms enhances your ability to deliver timely insights that inform strategic decisions; any additional language skills (such as French) further broaden your capacity for cross-border collaboration.

• A degree in business, finance, accounting or a related field complemented by CPA or CA accreditation is essential for this position.
• A minimum of eight years’ experience working within finance or accounting roles is required; prior exposure to large-scale project accounting is particularly advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience within an engineering consultancy or similar major project organisation will be highly regarded due to the complexity of assignments involved.
• Exceptional organisational skills combined with diligence and reliability are crucial for managing multiple non-negotiable deadlines simultaneously.
• Proven capacity for building strong relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders both internally and externally is vital for success in this role.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders using both written reports and oral presentations is essential.
• Initiative-driven approach allowing you to manage your own workload proactively while anticipating evolving business needs without direct supervision.
• Collaborative mindset that values teamwork; willingness to co-operate closely with others across different functions is highly desirable.
• Resilience under pressure coupled with effective time management skills enables you to handle multiple projects within tight timeframes without compromising quality.
• Advanced problem-solving abilities supported by analytical thinking allow you to evaluate internal/external factors when identifying high-impact opportunities; proficiency in French language or knowledge of French GAAP would be considered an asset.
  
  

What Sets This Company Apart

This organisation stands out as a leader within the engineering consultancy sector thanks to its unwavering commitment towards employee wellbeing and professional advancement. Here you’ll find a genuinely inclusive culture where every team member’s contribution is valued—regardless of background or tenure—and where knowledge sharing forms the cornerstone of daily operations. Flexible working opportunities are embraced wherever possible so that you can balance personal commitments alongside professional responsibilities. Generous investment in training ensures that staff remain at the forefront of industry developments; whether attending specialist seminars or engaging in continuing professional development activities required for maintaining qualifications. The company’s reputation for delivering high-quality outcomes on complex projects has been built upon decades of dependable service—a testament not only to technical excellence but also supportive leadership that prioritises growth at every level. Joining this team means becoming part of a network renowned for its loyalty, warmth, and dedication towards nurturing talent over the long term.

What's Next

If you are ready to take your career forward as a Project Controller within an esteemed organisation known for its supportive culture and rewarding challenges, now is the perfect time to make your move.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next fulfilling opportunity awaits!

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Marco Boscaini on +61 3 8628 2275 for a confidential discussion.