20-Dec-2024BAE/1835246EXTSA-Flinders StreetCategory: Finance, Accounting & Accounting SupportPosition Type: Permanent - Full TimeApplication Close Date: 10-Jan-2025At BAE Systems AustraliaDo interesting work that MATTERSENJOY what you doGROW your careerBe 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 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 ACCOUNTANT REPORTING & PLANNING to join our finance team based in Adelaide CBD or Melbourne CBD, reporting to the Finance Manager – Reporting and Planning.We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and/or hybrid working.As the Senior Accountant in Reporting & Planning you will be responsible for consolidating, analysing and producing actual, forecasting and budgeting data for the BAE Systems Australia entities. This data will be reported to the Australian Executive Leadership Team and into the parent group, BAE Systems.Key responsibilities include:Responsible for reviewing/checking Business Units' monthly/yearly/Integrated Business Plan/budget output packs;Responsible for understanding key variances for allocated Business Unit and validating the story with the numbers;Responsible for preparing and consolidating output packs and submissions to report into Group Finance;Responsible for routine forecast inputs into Oracle EPM;Accountable for updating half/end-of-year statutory disclosures, ensuring they comply with reporting standards and reconciling to underlying system;Responding to audit queries and requests;Responsible for implementing continuous improvement initiatives and improved ways of working.About YOUDegree qualification in relevant field.Completed CA or CPA qualification. Previous experience working in a large project will be highly regarded.Strong written and verbal communication skills and experience of adapting these styles to audiences at varying organisational levels.Ability to understand, analyse and communicate the financial results of the business and financial consequences of specific initiatives/plans.Ability to work in a team environment and lead and support team members by adapting your style to account for individual differences and motivators.Ability to liaise and maintain active internal and external network of business partners and peers.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.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.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
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