Senior Project Accountant
Location: RAAF Base Williamtown or Brisbane, Australia (per Boeing Defence Australia requirements)
Overview
We are seeking a talented Senior Project Accountant to join our Boeing Defence Australia Finance team. The role centres on project accounting, cost control management, and reporting to support projects across the BDA Portfolio. It offers exposure to the broader Boeing Enterprise and opportunities for career growth in a fast‑paced, diverse environment.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate and offer high‑level support to the Project Finance and central finance teams.
* Generate both standard and custom financial reports for internal and external use, presenting them to relevant stakeholders as needed.
* Prepare annual Estimates at Completion (EAC).
* Assist with annual and ad‑hoc external audits when necessary.
* Complete the month‑end process, including necessary journal entries, revenue recognition, and reconciliations of general and balance sheet accounts, along with all required reporting.
* Advise management on financial performance forecasts based on financial and business insights and experience.
* Conduct variance analysis and explain operational and financial performance to various stakeholders throughout the organization.
* Analyse, interpret, prepare, and reconcile financial data.
* Oversee and process monthly customer invoicing.
* Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and actively participate in improvement initiatives.
* Provide training and mentorship to other team members.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business, Commerce or equivalent workforce experience.
* Relevant experience in a project accounting, management accounting or cost control role.
* Intermediate Excel skills.
* Ability to adapt to different situations, be proactive and organise priorities autonomously to meet deadlines.
* Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders.
* Experience in a fast‑paced environment.
* Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
Benefits
* Cutting‑edge projects.
* Flexible working options.
* Discounts for travel and accommodation.
* Salary packaging options.
* Health and wellbeing benefits.
* Study assistance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law. We are proud members of the Valuable 500 and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process.
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