Project Accountant

Job Description

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 a great opportunity for a Project Accountant to join our Maritime Sustainment team. In this role, you will support the Maritime Sustainment Finance Lead in establishing and maintaining robust financial functions. You will ensure the integrity and transparency of all financial data, which is critical for effective planning and strategic decision-making.

This role can be based at our Garden Island or Liverpool Street offices in Sydney.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia such as a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Supporting delivery of financial performance and building business knowledge and acumen
• Acting as a trusted finance business partner within the program and cross-functional teams
• Supporting delivery of project reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, month end, annual budgets, customer accrual reporting, weekly cashflow, Integrated Business Plan and bi-annual Commonwealth estimates
• Supporting inputs into monthly Contract Status Reporting and Sales & Margin Trading Plans
• Analytical review activities for reporting & planning, ensuring accuracy and integrity of all financial information presented to support informed decision making
• Providing in-depth advice on intricate and challenging financial issues
• Contributing to the improvement and enhancement of the data that we use and the information we share with key stakeholders
• Upholding a strong governance culture, including compliance with Finance Policies, Accounting Standards and Customer contractual requirements

KEY CRITERIA:

• Degree qualification as well as professional CA, CIMA or CPA qualification
• A curious mind and the ability to think critically and challenge the status quo
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience of adapting these styles to audiences at varying organisational levels.
• Previous experience working in a project environment would be highly regarded but not essential
• Well-developed self-management skills and demonstrated ability to work under own initiative to deliver outputs to time and quality
• High literacy and numeracy skills
• MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and Australian International Framework of Reporting Standards (AIFRS)
• Exposure to Oracle ERP or similar desirable
• 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

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.