Cost Controller – 12‑Month Contract in Darwin

About the role

Our client, a leading service provider to the oil & gas sector, is seeking a Cost Controller to join a 12‑month contract in Darwin, NT. The role will support all functional teams, helping them understand cost drivers, validate forecasts and ensure accurate expense classification.

Key responsibilities

• Assist functional teams in identifying cost drivers and validating financial forecasts.
• Prepare and deliver monthly cost and forecast reports, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Reconcile actual expenditure against budgets to support auditable, reimbursable cost claims.

Required profile

• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel (VBA), PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook and SharePoint.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as IFS, SAP or JD Edwards is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proactive, adaptable and capable of critical analysis.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel (VBA)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Visio
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft SharePoint
• IFS ERP
• SAP ERP
• JD Edwards ERP

What we offer

• Negotiable pay rate
• Salary‑sacrificing options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Corporate discounts