AddressAbout us:
Lockheed Martin is a dynamic, growing, and energetic organisation offering stimulating, challenging work at the forefront of technology. Lockheed Martin is a leader in Australia’s National Security, and our collaboration with Australian industry spans the Aeronautics, Maritime,
STELaRLab is Lockheed Martin’s first dedicated multi-disciplinary research lab to be setup outside of the US and conducts research in artificial intelligence, signal and image processing, communication systems and multidomain operations (MDO) to deliver exciting outcomes that advance Australian capability.
The role is based in Melbourne and its primary responsibility for the provision of Finance and Business Operations support to STELaRLab programs in Australia.
Serves as an integral member of the STELaRLab Finance and Business Operations team providing support across Program Finance, including month-end process, financial analysis and reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Perform financial system management activities including project setup, maintenance and closure, journal entry adjustments and transfers for labour and materials. This includes, setting up charge codes, assigning budgets, planning and maintaining resource, material and travel allocations
- Coordinate with accounts team to prepare invoices for internal and external customers, process payments, maintain record for upcoming payments and invoices
- Work collaboratively with program team and the supply chain organization to process procurement requests
- Perform multiple financial cost analyses functions, including cost allocation to correct charge codes, analysis of cost data on a monthly basis, highlighting project variance to stakeholders and recommend corrective action and preparing reports
About you:
To be successful in securing this position, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications (Cert IV or above) in a relevant discipline (Finance, Accounting etc.) from a recognised institution, and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the defence industry)
- Experience in Project Finance, Cost and Schedule analysis
- Strong analytical skills and comprehension of financial management strategies
- Experience in Proposal development, estimation and pricing
Desirable
- Strong financial accounting skills
- Expertise in Microsoft Excel
- Knowledge of government contracting concepts
- Excellent Communication Skills (verbal, written and presentation)
- Ability to work in challenging, fast paced environment
- Ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Capable of making business based decisions
How we reward and support you:
At Lockheed Martin we value our team and the contribution they make every day. We offer rewarding career pathways working on interesting projects that make a difference, continuous professional development and the opportunity to learn from a diverse team of talented individuals.
In return we offer:
- Competitive Remuneration
- Genuine work/life flexibility including a 9-day, compacted fortnight (every other Friday off)
- Membership to Destination Discounts – that saves you money on many every day purchases including supermarkets, petrol, department stores to name a few
- Salary packaging for car leasing
Special Requirements:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Lockheed Martin supports Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, harassment free, diverse, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. Diversity and inclusion are the foundation of our culture and reflect our values of doing what’s right, respecting others and performing with excellence. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
