Bid and Project Controller

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it's all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what's possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we're driving progress in some of the world's most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our Benefits:

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across Australia
• Medical Insurance for Family
• Bonus Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

Our Team:
The Thales Australia UVX business provides a range of engineering and technical solutions to the Australian Defence, including: Sonar devices, Simulation training technology and secure communications. This role is based out of Rydalmere, NSW.

The Role:
Opportunity to join our Underwater, Avionics and Secure communication systems business (UVX) as a
Bid & Project Controller
to oversee the financial management of bids and projects. If you're an experienced finance professional with a strong background in financial analysis, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide financial support for bids and projects, ensuring accurate financial analysis and risk management.
• Validate financial components for Commitment Control Review and bid review gates.
• Manage financial forecasting, revenue monitoring, and cost variance analysis.
• Implement financial control structures, including Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Cost Breakdown Structures (CBS).
• Collaborate with project managers, controllers, and sales administration to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare high-quality financial reports and deliverables in a timely manner.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor of Commerce (or equivalent) in Accounting and CPA/CA certification.
• Experience in financial management within large organisations, particularly in bids and projects.
• Strong data analysis skills and experience optimising business performance.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, including customer-facing responsibilities.
• Leadership experience in a finance-related role.
• Australian Citizenship (required for security clearance).
• Ability to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance & ITAR clearance

Good to Know:
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance. To learn more about clearances please visit –

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