Job descriptionAt 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 OPPORTUNITYWe have an exciting opportunity for a
Senior Project Accountant to join our team based in Adelaide, Sydney or Canberra.We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.As a
Senior Project Accountant, you will support the Accounting Manager and Finance Manager in maintaining the financial functions within the project portfolio to ensure integrity and transparency of financial data to facilitate planning and decision-making.
Key responsibilities include:- Operate, maintain and improve budgeting and forecasting processes for the portfolio
- Review Cash Flow forecasts
- Manage project billing and sub-contractor payments including Price Variation
- Apply, validate and maintain sound financial inputs during project contracting activities and provide recommendations to achieve financial success
- Maintain strong financial governance and ensure compliance to corporate guidelines, policies and procedures as well as accounting standards and legislation
- Provide assistance to Finance Manager and Accounting Managers as required
- Assist in the improvement of financial and project related processes, to achieve accurate, timely and efficient reporting to support informed decision making
- Co-ordinate and assist in the preparation and review of the project annual budgets, 5 year IBP, monthly re-forecast
About YOU- A degree qualification
- A member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (Chartered Accountant), CPA Australia or CA (or working towards)
- Demonstrated experience in a finance related role
- The ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and members of the broader finance team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience in a large project environment (desirable)
- International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.
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 USYou 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.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 .As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicantTo learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit:
ClearancesAs 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..
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