Cost Control Officer

Overview

Manage cost control, reporting and audits for major rail projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost management
• cbs development
• financial audits
• variance reporting
• purchase processing
• compliance protocols

Tasks

-Assist in providing end-to-end costs management support including co-ordinating monthly accruals, invoice and claim validation and processing -Provide advice and support on initial development /creation and maintenance of standard Cost Breakdown Structure (CBS) to support integrated cost (CBS), schedule Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for cost accuracy and reporting. -Conduct audits and reconciliations of financial systems and registers to ensure cost data accuracy and consistency. -Providing project teams with monthly financial and variance analysis reporting -Processing financial requests such as purchases orders, goods receipts and facilitating vendor invoicing and set ups. -Support development and maintenance of cost management and control protocols that support compliance with Queensland Rail's approved Policy Framework and applicable legislative, financial / auditing requirements.

Requirements

• data analysis
• communication
• cost reporting
• project management
• sap r3
• project controls

What You Bring

-High level of skill gathering, documenting, interpreting, analysing data. -High level of interpersonal and written communication skills, including effective communication of financial information -Experience of reporting qualitative and quantitative cost and schedule data -Preferably knowledge of project management principles and practices in particular the general project lifecycle, financial management, project control techniques and project auditing -Substantial knowledge of financial and project management systems; in particular SAP R3 Financial Reporting, Projects Module and Business Warehouse

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Benefits

-Collaborative, supportive and engaged workplace and team environment. -Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing employees with holistic and contemporary health and wellbeing programs. -Genuine work life balance and flexible work options -$117,000 starting base salary plus 12.75% super -Free Citytrain travel to and from work and access to other free or discounted SEQ rail travel

About Queensland Rail

-It delivers a range of services, including passenger rail transport, freight logistics, and rail infrastructure management. -Known for its reliability, serves millions of passengers annually, providing safe, efficient travel options. -It plays a key role in moving freight, particularly coal and agricultural products. -Key infrastructure projects include upgrading rail lines, stations, and signaling systems to support modernized services. -Queensland Rail also plays an essential role in the Queensland economy by providing rail solutions that support commerce and industry. -With a deep commitment to innovation, is modernizing its fleet with cutting-edge technology for sustainability and efficiency. -Its influence extends beyond transportation, contributing to regional development and improving accessibility for Queensland residents.

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Security Clearance

-pre-employment alcohol and drug testing -psychometric assessments -pre-employment health checks -criminal history and credit checks (background screenings)