Remote Senior Program Financial Analyst

Leidos; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos Australia is seeking a skilled Program Financial Analyst to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making across IT and national security programs. You will partner with program teams, deliver cost analysis, and lead monthly reporting in a collaborative, security-cleared environment.

The role emphasizes governance, cross-functional coordination and data-driven insights to influence budgeting and resource allocation across complex programs.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to build strong business partnerships and manage stakeholders across functions and geographies.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to navigate competing priorities and deliver outcomes within deadlines.
• Strong experience in financial management, reporting and governance, with a track record of supporting project delivery teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience with global business environment and financial systems such as CostPoint, OAC or OBI.

Responsibilities

• Partner with program and project teams, and stakeholders across finance, delivery and operations to provide strategic financial advice aligned to operational goals and contractual commitments.
• Provide decision support through cost analysis, scenario modelling and risk assessment to enable proactive financial management.
• Lead monthly financial reporting and variance analysis, translating data into actionable insights for senior stakeholders.
• Support budgeting and forecasting by leveraging historical trends and performance metrics to guide planning and resource allocation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance financial processes and systems.

Skills

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Financial mgmt

Excel

CostPoint

OBI

Tools

CostPoint

OAC

OBI

Job description

Leidos Australia is seeking a skilled Program Financial Analyst to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making across IT and national security programs. You will partner with program teams, deliver cost analysis, and lead monthly reporting in a collaborative, security-cleared environment.

The role emphasizes governance, cross-functional coordination and data-driven insights to influence budgeting and resource allocation across complex programs.