Assistant Project Accountant

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ASC is home to Australia largest and most highly skilled naval design and engineering workforce. From the construction and maintenance of the Collins Class submarines to building the Air Warfare Destroyers, ASC is recognised as a world leader in its field. That's why we can offer some of the most rewarding careers. 

The Assistant Project Accountant is responsible for providing support to the project finance team on assigned projects and departments within the CCSM program.  This includes the preparation of the monthly financial performance reports for projects and direct department packs.

This is a junior position within the finance team and is required to support the team in delivering high quality program and management accountant services within ASC’s operating model.  Working collaboratively to achieve common goals and contribute towards continual improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate journals, reconciliations and month end reports for CCSM projects and departments.
• Analyse monthly costs reporting to ensure compliance with the CCSM contracting framework.
• Provide timely support to the annual ISSC True Up and Performance Period 3 reporting requirements.
• Perform ad-hoc projects and analysis as required by CCSM Financial Controller, ASC West Finance Manager, Senior Project Accountants or stakeholders.

Accountabilities

• Ensure compliance with any reasonable instruction that is given to you by the person conducting a business or undertaking.
• In the performance of duties comply with all WHS policies and procedures and ASC’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Policy.
• In the performance of duties maintain knowledge of and compliance with all CMS policies, procedures and processes associated with your role and any subordinate roles.

The ideal candidate will possess the following

• Working knowledge of financial business information systems.
• Degree qualified or studying towards a Bachelor of Commerce or Accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent Analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively under pressure
• Willingness to learn and drive for continuous improvement
• Strong teamwork Attributes

Whilst providing you with the opportunity to work on Australia's most innovative and challenging defence programs ASC also offers competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and abilities, excellent training programs and employee benefits including flexible working arrangements.

If you would like be considered for this opportunity and secure yourself a promising future with an industry leader with long term career prospects and exciting career opportunities, please submit your application by applying online.

The successful candidate must provide ASC with a current National Police Clearance prior as well as be eligible for an Australian Defence Security Clearance.  Access protected US Defence Technology will be taken into account in assessing an applicant’s suitability for this role.

ASC is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunities employer that provides an environment that encourages diversity and inclusion in all of its forms.