Senior Defence Program Finance Leader

Lockheed Martin Corporation; Richmond Hill; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking an experienced financial program lead to manage end-to-end project accounting for a defence program in the Aeronautics business area. You will deliver accurate internal and customer reporting, robust analysis and maintain control of program financial performance through the contract lifecycle.

The role suits candidates with lead project accounting experience in defence, engineering or government contracting and a strong track record building trusted

Qualifications

• Experience delivering complex programs against contractual budgets and commitments.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to explain variances.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently within a collaborative team.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with corrective-action leadership.
• Proficient Excel skills for repeatable reporting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely and accurate financial reporting, including analysis of cost allocations, actuals, forecasts, and variances.
• Lead the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and associated assumptions through engagement with key stakeholders and direct team members.
• Provide analysis, explanations, and recommended corrective actions for financial and reporting variances, including ability to lead and execute the identified actions.
• Manage and reconcile OSEC reporting (Orders, Sales, EBIT and Cash), including booking orders, ROS% performance and backlog reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate, audit-ready records and ensure compliance with financial controls, contract requirements, accounting standards, internal policies and procedures and Defence cost principles.
• Support your area’s Finance & Business Operations Manager in pricing proposals and estimates, ensuring appropriate financial assumptions and methodologies are applied.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, customers, partners and other key stakeholders. Provide SME advice on financial matters including pricing, program structures, performance and complex financial issues.

Skills

CA or CPA

Project accounting

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

CA or CPA designation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Lockheed Martin Australia is seeking an experienced financial program lead to manage end-to-end project accounting for a defence program in the Aeronautics business area. You will deliver accurate internal and customer reporting, robust analysis and maintain control of program financial performance through the contract lifecycle.

The role suits candidates with lead project accounting experience in defence, engineering or government contracting and a strong track record building trusted