Introduction

On behalf of our client, a World Leader within the Energy / Oil & Gas industry, Brunel is presently sourcing a Finance Business Partner to support Corporate stakeholders with Finance & Cost Management activities. You will be responsble for financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis and business partnering to support informed decision-making and business performance. Contract up to end December 2026, based in the Perth CBD.

What are you going to do 

  • Prepare monthly accruals with scope owners to support accurate financial reporting
  • Provide timely, accurate and reliable financial report
  • Perform cost analysis and variance commentary
  • Support annual budgeting, forecasting and cost management activities
  • Develop and maintain cost models including scenario and sensitivity analysis
  • Prepare budget and forecast presentations and submissions
  • Identify and analyse trends and deviations against budget and forecast
  • Maintain financial master data and cost objects
  • Perform ad hoc cost analysis as required
  • Support audit activities and compliance requirements
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Development, Energy Transition, HR and Supply Chain Teams

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Tertiary qualification in Accounting
  • CPA, CA, CIMA or similar qualification OR presently working towards
  • Previous post-graduate experience
  • Strong analytical and organisational skills
  • Ability to build effective stakeholder relationships
  • Confident communication and collaboration skills
  • High level of attention to detail
  • Adaptability to adapt to varying job requirements
  • Proficiency in SAP - FI, CO, PS modules will be advantageous
  • Exploration & Production OR Resource industry will be well received

What we offer 

  • Excellent negotiable day rate!
  • 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 Mandy Hobbs,E: m.hobbs@brunel.net | mb: 0413 434 050

Closing: 20 September 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

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