You are applying for the position of Senior Financial Analyst for company CEA . Please fill in your details below to submit an application for this position.
This position is located in: Location: Fyshwick
Join a Defence Industry world leader that fosters innovation, growth, and collaboration. Work with high-performing Subject Matter Experts who creatively solve problems together. Must be eligible to apply and maintain an AGSVA Security Clearance. Established in 1983, CEA is an Australian company that designs, develops, manufactures, and sustains advanced active phase array radar systems. Our design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensure innovative thinking, technological skill, and quality fabrication are at the heart of our business. We work in partnership with Defence industry and Government to provide highly modular and scalable products which are integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.
Your New Role The incumbent will assist in providing astute financial analysis and reporting on business performance and use this reporting to challenge performance, produce forecasts for varied contracts and cash flows. Working under the direction of the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager, you will work independently and take responsibility to drive the following activities: Analyze data from a range of sources to proactively identify trends, risks, opportunities, and recommend solutions; Analyze performance, providing as necessary ad hoc analysis and scenario modeling, challenging assumptions; Analyze operational data using insights to enhance business performance, including profitability and cash flow analysis for portfolio and individual customer contracts, identifying risks and opportunities within the business; Provide input on commentary and analysis for reports to the Board and Senior Executives on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis; Assist with the annual budget process, including coordination of input from all necessary sources, compilation of the budget model, and preparation of all relevant reports; Provide input to inform business stakeholders on financial positions and to assist with astute financial management strategies; Assist with long-term financial forecasting and reporting including the development and maintenance of a range of performance metrics to assist decision-making; Assist with producing annual cost recovery rates in line with Defence Cost Principles and bid process as required for identified projects; Work with the Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to assist with the management of the treasury function, including all aspects of cash management and exposure to foreign exchange, interest rate risk, and compliance of financial covenants; Provide support to the FP&A team to assist with day-to-day queries and assist with duties in times of absence; Assist with other reporting and accounting tasks and system improvements as required. Our Ideal Candidate Sound ability to investigate and analyze financial information, analyze complex numbers, and provide concise financial reporting and commentary; Ability to support your numbers and assumptions with logic and evidence; Ability to quickly understand, apply, problem-solve, and embed new concepts in a complex business environment with a focus on outcomes; CA/CPA or equivalent qualification and 3+ years' experience in a similar role; Strong attention to detail with advanced MS Office skills; Strong written & verbal communication skills with the ability to develop positive relationships at all levels; Ability to work collaboratively in a team, and also work with minimal supervision; Ability to manage own workload and balance priorities as required. CEA's benefits include: Free car parking Study assistance and training Group life and salary continuance insurance Employee assistance & well-being programs Salary packaging Career advancement opportunities To find out more about us, visit our website: To be eligible for this position, you must be: Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance (NV1) The successful candidate MUST be able to obtain clearance prior to commencement.
CEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion, or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities, and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.
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