Project Controller at Hitachi Energy in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Company: Hitachi Energy
- Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
- Posted: Sep 20, 2026
- Type: Full-time
- Experience: 3+ years
Overview
As a Project Controller at Hitachi, Ltd., you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and successful delivery of our projects. You will be responsible for overseeing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, providing crucial insights and support to project managers a…
Job description
- As a Project Controller at Hitachi, Ltd., you will play a critical role in ensuring the financial health and successful delivery of our projects. You will be responsible for overseeing project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance, providing crucial insights and support to project managers and stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- How you'll make an impact
- Develop, monitor, and control project budgets, ensuring alignment with project scope and company financial objectives.
- Prepare and analyze project financial forecasts, identifying potential risks and opportunities.
- Track project actuals against budget and forecast, explaining variances and recommending corrective actions.
- Generate comprehensive financial reports, including profit and loss statements, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete analyses.
- Collaborate with project managers to establish robust project financial plans and track key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Perform financial risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies for projects.
- Ensure compliance with internal financial policies, procedures, and relevant accounting standards.
- Support project audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project control processes and tools.
- Communicate financial performance effectively to project teams, senior management, and other stakeholders.
Requirements
- Your background
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in project controlling, financial analysis, or a similar role, preferably within a large multinational corporation or a project-based environment.
- Strong understanding of project management principles and financial accounting concepts.
- Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
- Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, complex formulas).
- Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and project management software is a plus.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.