Finance Business Partner/Senior Project Accountant

Job Description

Finance Business Partner/Senior Project Accountant

Job Location: Williamtown NSW – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, such as hybrid, flexibility and 9-day fortnight.

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

Working with our Accounting Manager supporting our F35 team, you will be supporting this high-profile Program by collaborating with and supporting the team using your skills gained from previous experience working in Finance whilst also supporting the Accounting Manager in maintaining the financial functions within the project to ensure integrity and transparency of financial data to facilitate planning and decision-making for the project.

Core Duties:

• Preparation and review of monthly project reporting, including Contract Status Reviews (CSR’s)/Business Unit Reviews (BUR’s)/Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR’s)/ Project Status Report (PSR’s), Project Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flows, Work in Progress (WIP) management and cost and revenue accruals and Monthly Management Review (MMR) reporting
• Preparation and review of variance reporting versus prior forecasts and budgets
• Preparation and review of project reconciliations
• Improve processes used to calculate accurate, timely and efficient reporting of the financial results for the Project
• Business partnering with stakeholders to co-ordinate finance inputs into the monthly Estimate at Completion (EAC) process
• Oversee Foreign Exposure (FX) management and hedging to minimise FX exposure
• Operate, maintain and improve budgeting and forecasting processes for the project
• 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 lead in the preparation and review of the project annual budgets, 5-year IBP, monthly re-forecast

About You:

• A curious mind and the ability to think critically and challenge the status quo
• Degree qualification and completed CA or CPA qualification
• Demonstrated experience in a finance related role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience in adapting these styles to audiences at varying organisational levels
• Experience working within a project environment would be highly regarded but not essential
• The ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and members of the broader finance team
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time, quality and cost
• Advanced MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
• Ability to hold and maintain Defence Security Clearance
• International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, 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 one. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information