Junior Project Accountant (Junior Cost Controller)

Job Description

The Opportunity

We have a rare and exciting opportunity for a full-time Junior Project Accountant (Junior Cost Controller) to join our Cost Control team.

Our Cost Control team is a support hub for our project teams, helping them ensure project financials are accurate, transparent, and aligned with both project goals and organisational expectations.

This role will be supporting the overall Cost Control team with data entry and admin tasks, as well as learning how to start taking on small projects of your own over time. Duties include but are not limited to:

• Assisting cost controllers in estimating and monitoring project costs;
• Preparing accurate monthly project forecasts and variance analysis;
• Processing sales invoices, monitoring receipts and late payments;
• Updating cost tracking tools and asset utilization registers;
• Other tasks as requested. 

About You

Your natural strength with numbers, strong attention to detail and genuine curiosity to learn will help you succeed in this role. In addition, we are looking for someone who has:

• A genuine interest in Project Accounting;
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/ Finance or an AP/AR background;
• Advanced to intermediate Microsoft Excel skills;
• Organised with good time management and influencing skills in order to meet project deadlines on time;
• Strong communication and relationship building skills.

Who are we

We are Fugro, the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, focused on mapping, modeling and monitoring data about the earth’s surface and the structures built upon it. With clients spanning land, sea and space, our respected reputation is grounded in valuing our employees as our greatest asset, a steadfast commitment to delivery excellence, and an innovative approach that leverages cutting-edge technology to solve our clients' challenges.

How we work

At Fugro, we embrace a collaborative way of working where people are encouraged to be themselves, recognising that diverse voices and cultures contribute unique perspectives, spark creativity, and drive innovation.

We aim to help our people grow toward their full potential by promoting alignment, autonomy, and personal accountability—within a supportive, knowledge-sharing environment. While we value the flexibility of remote work, we also value face-to-face interactions, whiteboard discussions and sharing a meal together.

Fugro offers

• Ongoing, hybrid work from home arrangement | Flexible start and finish times
• Competitive compensation | Annual salary reviews
• 12 week Parental Leave policy
• Salary continuance insurance
• Culture that supports career development, training and progression
• An inclusive and diverse group of colleagues who happily share knowledge
• Friendly, "no-ego" environment where you can be yourself
• New office | Walking distance from train stations | Red Cat bus
• Global, progressive company with industry leading innovation and cutting-edge technology

How to apply

Please ensure your CV is up to date, with relevant information clear and succinct and follow the application prompts. 

Candidates will be asked to provide evidence of Australian working rights to be considered for this position (visa sponsorship is not offered).

Fugro reserves the right to close this advert at any time.

Applications or interest via recruitment agencies will not be accepted at this time.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated.