Senior Project Accountant

Australia
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago

Job descriptionAt BAE Systems Australia Do interesting work that MATTERS ENJOY what you do GROW your career Be YOUWe 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 groundbreaking 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 opportunityAre you drawn to the idea of collaborating with a team that is trusted and valued? This opportunity invites you not only to become part of a leading employer but to be embraced by a team that fosters a nurturing culture and atmosphere, allowing you to flourish whilst providing flexibility to manage life outside of work.We have a great opportunity for a Senior Project Accountant to join our Strategic Surveillance team. Reporting to the Accounting Manager, this role is responsible for 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.This role will be based out of our Edinburgh Parks office in SA.We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia such as a 9-day fortnight and hybrid working.Key responsibilities include:

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
Review fortnightly Cash Flow forecasts
Oversee project billing
Ensure compliance to corporate guidelines, policies and procedures as well as accounting standards and legislation
Provide support to Finance Team and Accounting Manager as required
Provide input into project risk management process and maintenance of the finance risks and opportunities register
Drive ongoing improvement in finance and project processes

About YOU

Degree qualification as well as professional CA, CIMA or CPA qualification
Demonstrated experience in a finance related role
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
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High literacy and numeracy skills
Advanced MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
Exposure to Oracle ERP desirable
Previous experience in a large project environment (desirable)
Eligibility for a Negative Vetting Level 1 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

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 .Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmark Triple R - Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to responding 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: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..International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

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