About the Opportunity
At ASC, we play a critical role in supporting Australia's maritime and national security objectives. We are seeking a motivated and analytical Management Accountant to join our Finance team and contribute to the delivery of accurate, insightful, and timely financial reporting that supports business performance and strategic decision-making.
Working closely with the Finance Manager, Management Accounting& Reporting, you will support monthly management reporting, analyse business performance, provide financial insights to stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.
This is a full-time opportunity based at our Adelaide CBD site in SA.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyse monthly management reports and financial performance results.
- Investigate and explain financial variances (identifying any risks early), trends, and key business drivers.
- Converting large amounts of data into meaningful insights.
- Assist with Executive and Board reporting requirements.
- Support month-end reporting activities and financial performance reviews.
- Partner with stakeholders across Finance and operational teams to provide meaningful financial insights.
- Contribute to reporting process improvements, automation opportunities, and finance transformation initiatives.
- Maintain strong governance, controls, and reporting integrity across financial processes.
About you
You are a detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys translating complex financial information into actionable business insights. You are collaborative, proactive, have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and are committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance.
- Previous experience working in the defence industry is an advantage.
- You will hold a minimum of 1 year's accounting experience post CA/CPA qualification.
- Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and financial reporting requirements.
- Experience analysing financial performance and communicating financial outcomes to stakeholders.
- Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using financial information systems.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication skills, ability to manage multiple priorities and operating to a high degree of accuracy.
- Previous Management Accounting experience and working to tight reporting deadlines.
- Previous experience working with IFS Accounting software, Power BI or Power Query would be an advantage.
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.
Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
- Great team culture, month end team get togethers
About ASC
Established in 1985, ASC’s 3000-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.