Defence Finance Specialist

1 day ago

Canberra, Australia KBR Full time

**Title**:
Defence Finance Specialist / Project Controls

The Company

Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR) is a leading Defence and Government professional services provider. KBR Australia has been engaged in working with Defence and Defence Industry for over 20 years and has core competencies in program and project management, engineering, asset management, integrated logistics support, procurement and training solutions, and provides in-depth expertise to a wide range of projects within the Defence sector.

The Role

As

a

Project Controls Lead you will

You will also assist in the development of work breakdown structures, project performance and financial metrics, project estimation processes and cost and pricing submissions. In

addition

you will ensure projects are compliant with the controls and processes you implement and you will be instrumental in helping to select a new project scheduling software package

and other tools as needed


Experience within a Defence Finance position is required, experience within CASG projects or DFG is highly desirable. While some initial position-specific training will be provided, we are looking for an experienced finance specialist who is able to join the team and manage the Finance Cell. This will include supporting all projects within the SPO, providing finance training to project controllers, and creating guidance and SOPs for project finances. The Finance Manager is required to manage the broadsheet and provide regular reporting for senior executives. Commercial acumen and experience with contracts and procurement is highly desirable.

Required Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

Significant experience in project scheduling and controls, including experience with earned value management (EVM)

Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing project controls procedures

High level organisation and reporting abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A strong background in either project management or project accounting is preferred

NV1 minimum requirement, with an NV2 or TSPV preferred.

Benefits of KBR

KBR is committed to supporting the professional development of staff at every stage of their career through in-house training, performance rewards and structured career paths. We offer a competitive package of lifestyle benefits that include family-friendly work hours. KBR is a quality assured equal opportunity employer.

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