Finance Analyst
Port Adelaide - SA, Canberra - ACT, Sydney CBD - NSW, Stirling - WA
$83,706 - $89,659 (APS 5) + Super
The Role
The acquisition of conventionally armed, nuclear-powered submarines is an historic and transformative endeavour for Australia. The whole-of-nation effort to safely and securely deliver the cutting edge nuclear-powered submarine program will transform Australia’s economic and national security landscape for decades to come.
This is a unique opportunity to directly contribute to work that will impact Australia’s strategic and Defence outcomes, and the delivery of a capability that will play a key role in the defence of our country in the decades to come. The Australian Submarine Agency (ASA) Finance Branch supports the Chief Financial Officer and the ASA through the provision of expert strategic support and advice on the development of the acquisition, sustainment and disposal of nuclear-powered submarines (NPS).
To effectively support the ASA to deliver on their outcomes, we are seeking individuals who thrive in a high paced environment, can work independently and as part of a team, and have great interpersonal skills. As an APS5 working within the ASA Finance Branch, you will strengthen your technical skills, and be provided the opportunity to support entity wide decision-making through the provision of accurate, timely financial analysis and advice.
We are seeking to fill a number of vacancies within the ASA Finance Branch across several disciplines including:
- Budgets and Reporting
- Cost Estimation and Assurance
- Financial Reporting and Policy
- Nuclear-Powered Submarine Program Finance Business Partner Support
About our Team
As part of the Australian Submarine Agency, you will be working at the cutting edge of capability delivery, supported by professionalisation pathways so you can continue to develop, along with unique and varied career opportunities.
Our people are capable, committed and diverse. We support an inclusive culture that emphasises respect and collaboration and prioritises safety and security. Our greatest asset is our people.
Our Ideal Candidate
We are a dynamic organisation seeking employees who are agile, innovative and energised by high-paced work. Our ideal candidates will bring the following attributes and skills to the role:
- An understanding of the Commonwealth Financial and Budgeting Frameworks and the ability to work within relevant policy, legislation, and Commonwealth process.
- The ability to establish and maintain internal and external relationships for finance related activities. This includes building a good rapport with relevant staff and supporting key business priorities, financial policies and procedures.
- The ability to critically review financial information and assertively discuss, or present the outcomes to key stakeholders with varying views and objectives.
- An eye for detail supported with strong data analysis, problem solving and organisational skills to finalise complex, detailed tasks.
- Effective written and oral communication skills to professionally engage and respond to internal and external stakeholder queries.
- Uphold the APS Values and Code of Conduct, and approach their work with a positive and friendly attitude.
- The willingness and drive to develop and learn new skills.
Application Closing Date: Sunday 2 June 2024
For further information please review the job information pack, reference ASA/04431/24 on https://defencecareers.nga.net.au/?jati=8A6646E6-86D1-551A-A970-DABF493502FA