Job Type: Contract position | Full time position
Job Description
Randstad is excited to be recruiting for an experienced Cost Controller and Assurance Specialist . This role offers a key strategic chance to provide independent cost analysis, robust assurance, and high-level financial intelligence across a high-profile portfolio . Location: Brisbane, QLD
Key Responsibilities
Conduct independent portfolio-level reviews of monthly cost reports. Evaluate the accuracy and consistency of cost forecasts, trend movements, and cost-to-complete assumptions .
Analyse Earned Value Management (EVM) data (including CPI, SPI, and progress tracking) to ensure alignment between physical schedule progress and expenditure .
Perform targeted deep-dive reviews and cost assurance audits on high-risk projects, payment claims, open-book costs, and labour rates .
Develop executive ready reporting, including monthly portfolio assurance reports, cost performance dashboards, and contingency registers .
Escalate material cost exposures, reporting gaps,



and data quality concerns constructively to senior leadership .
About You
Proven expertise in cost control, forecasting, and financial assurance within large, complex infrastructure programs .
Solid experience working with open-book and cost-reimbursable contract delivery models. Advanced capabilities in Earned Value Analysis, contingency tracking, and integrating cost, schedule, and risk data . Practical experience auditing and assuring project cost reports, variations, claims, and financial controls .
High proficiency with analytical software, Power BI, Excel, and enterprise financial/controls systems . Exceptional written communication skills and stakeholder engagement, with the confidence to provide constructive, independent advice to executive committees .
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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📌 Assurance Specialist Brisbane (Australia)
🏢 Select Aust Sydney
📍 Australia