Project Accountant

Job Description

Project Accountant

Job Location: Osborne Shipyard, South Australia – 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 Senior Project Accountant supporting our Hunter Class Frigates team, this role will be responsible for supporting the Project and Senior Project Accountant in maintaining the integrity and transparency of financial data to facilitate planning and decision making for the project.

Core Duties:

• Preparation and review of monthly project reporting, variance reporting and project reconciliations
• Act as the Finance business partner for the Support Systems Super Control Account Manager (SCAM), including review of Baseline Change Requests (BCRs), earned value management and attendance to monthly SCAM reviews
• Co-ordinate finance inputs and support for the quarterly Estimate at Completion (EAC)
• Assist Project Planning & Controls as required for financial matters, including implementation of Contract Change Proposal’s (CCP’s) for the Support Systems SCAM
• Co-ordinate and assist in the preparation and review of the project annual budgets, 5 year IBP, monthly re-forecast
• Ensuring a robust governance standard and culture is upheld through all delivery requirements and undertaking
• Provide assistance to Finance Manager and Accounting Managers as required
• Assistance to drive financial and project related system improvements & performance through processes, to achieve accurate, timely and efficient reporting to support informed decision making
• Compliance to corporate guidelines, policies and procedures as well as accounting standards and legislation

About You:

• Degree qualification, and completed CA or CPA qualification
• A curious mind and the ability to think critically and challenge and influence stakeholders
• Experience working within a project team will be seen as favourable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience of adapting these styles to audiences at varying organisational levels.
• Ability to understand, analyse and communicate financial results and financial consequences of specific initiatives/plans.
• Collaborative approach to work in a team environment within finance and across functions, and adapt style to account for individual differences and motivators.
• 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

The Hunter Class Friday Program

BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia’s defence history – the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia’s shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation

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