Strategic Finance Partner – Defence Aerospace Programs

Defence Australia; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 124,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Defence Australia seeks an EL 1 Finance Business Partner to lead the Aerospace Systems Finance team based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA. You will deliver embedded financial services to Defence programs, providing strategic advice and financial assurance to senior stakeholders while supporting budget management, resource allocation and procurement outcomes.

The successful candidate will have strong accounting/finance experience, CPA/CA qualifications are highly desirable, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in accounting/finance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication across senior levels.
• Public sector governance, compliance and accountability familiarity.
• Experience delivering strategic financial advice in complex environments.
• CPA/CA qualifications are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team delivering embedded financial services to Defence capability programs.
• Provide strategic financial advice and financial assurance to senior stakeholders.
• Support budget management, resource allocation and procurement outcomes.
• Deliver financial management information to enable informed decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Governance

Procurement

Analytical thinking

Strategic advisory

Education

CPA/CA desirable

Job description

Defence Australia seeks an EL 1 Finance Business Partner to lead the Aerospace Systems Finance team based at RAAF Base Edinburgh, SA. You will deliver embedded financial services to Defence programs, providing strategic advice and financial assurance to senior stakeholders while supporting budget management, resource allocation and procurement outcomes.

The successful candidate will have strong accounting/finance experience, CPA/CA qualifications are highly desirable, and a proven ability to