Cost Modelling Manager Role
We are seeking a highly skilled finance professional to lead our cost modelling efforts.
* Develop and implement cost models that align with Defence acquisition and sustainment programmes.
* Provide strategic advice on procurement methodologies, contracting options, and tender development.
* Support contract management and performance monitoring, ensuring probity and compliance.
* Mentor team members in cost modelling and commercial advisory.
The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in cost modelling, financial analysis, or commercial advisory within Defence or similar environments.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Costing Services
* Lead the delivery of cost modelling services aligned to Defence acquisition and sustainment programmes.
* Manage schedules of services to ensure timely and accurate costing aligned with chart of accounts planning.
* Provide surge capacity for ad-hoc costing tasks without impacting planned deliverables.
Contract Management
* Advise on contracting options and performance frameworks to support strategic procurement outcomes.
* Support contract development, execution, and performance monitoring across acquisition and sustainment phases.
* Ensure probity and compliance in contract management, including conflict of interest processes and briefing materials.
Essential Qualifications:
A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, or related field, and CA ANZ or CPA qualification is advantageous.