What are you going to do

This role is ideal for an individual with a strong background in business, finance, or accounting, and a proven track record in commercial project management or project controlling within complex, multinational environments.

  • Ensure the accuracy of project financials, books, and records, including compliance with both company and local GAAP requirements.

  • Manage project reporting and controlling activities, maintaining integrity and alignment with corporate standards.

  • Support the Project Manager to achieve set financial targets by managing project profitability, cash flow, and financial instruments with due professional care.

  • Identify, evaluate, and manage risks and opportunities, ensuring proactive mitigation and maximization strategies are in place.

  • Contribute to and implement business plans through strategic financial management and performance reviews.

  • Provide commercial guidance by reviewing and negotiating contracts, assessing legal and financial implications, and ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

  • Collaborate with bid and operations teams during the offer process-reviewing quotations, costings, and developing commercial scopes that enhance value and competitiveness.

  • Support the continuous improvement of commercial and financial processes by embedding lessons learned into future project activities.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
  • Extensive experience in commercial project management or project controlling.
  • Proficient in accounting principles and familiar with contract negotiation and execution.
  • Skilled in SAP, Microsoft Office, and Salesforce applications.
  • Strong communication skills
  • Adept at working in diverse, multicultural environments and demonstrating cultural sensitivity.
  • Positive, adaptable, and proactive approach to working in challenging, high-performance settings.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders.

What we offer

  • 12 Month fixed term Contract (casual contract)
  • Salary sacrificing
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Corporate discounts

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Darren Leavey 0401395373

Closing: November 08, 2025

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Vacancy reference: CR-267016

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