At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About The OPPORTUNITY
We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Accountant to join our Maritime Acquisition Finance Team based at Osborne, SA, reporting to the Accounting Manager.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and or hybrid working.
As a Senior Project Accountant you will, support the Finance Team in maintaining the financial functions within the projects to ensure integrity and transparency of financial data to facilitate planning and decision-making.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Finance business partnering support within the Line of Business, the Hunter Class Frigate Program and Cross-Function.
- Support delivery of month end, annual budget, Integrated Business Plan and bi-annual Commonwealth estimates.
- Analytical review activities for reporting & planning, ensuring accuracy and integrity of all financial information presented.
- Provide in-depth advice on intricate and challenging financial issues.
- Support future scope activities and business cases, including financial modelling and contract changes proposals.
- Create and roll out process improvements both within team and cross-function as needed.
- Uphold a strong governance culture, including compliance requirements with Finance Policies, Accounting Standards and Customer contractual requirements.
About YOU
- Degree qualification in relevant field.
- Completed CA or CPA qualification.
- Previous experience working in a large project will be highly regarded.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience of adapting these styles to audiences at varying organisational levels.
- Ability to understand, analyse and communicate the financial results of the business and financial consequences of specific initiatives/plans.
- Ability to work in a team environment and lead and support team members by adapting your style to account for individual differences and motivators.
- Ability to liaise and maintain active internal and external network of business partners and peers.
- As a Defence security clearance and NSSIC site-based access clearance for Osborne Naval Shipyard is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances.
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.
