Associate Project Financial Analyst

We are Northrop Grumman Australia. Our 800 strong team is leveraging unparalleled global resources to deliver sovereign Defence capability aligned to the Government’s priorities across Aeronautics, Mission Critical Systems, Space and Guided Weapons. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also developing a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career. 

Northrop Grumman Australia provides the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) with through-life support for its fleet of KC30-A Multi-role Tanker Transport (MRTT) aircraft—a derivative of the Airbus A330-200. The platform is a trusted and proven asset and the program is continually growing in capability and expertise. 

As Associate project finance analyst, you will get to be a part of NGA’s largest program, supporting the financial planning and analysis for our contract with the RAAF. There is lots of opportunity to grow professionally both within the role and the broader organisation.  

Your Role 

You will be working within the Business Management team to support the delivery of financial advisory and support services. The role entails: 

• General ledger reconciliations, journal preparations and data consolidation, assisting with monthly/quarterly financial reporting.  

• Day-to-day management of P&L transactions and account creations.  

• Support and prepare initial financial modelling for various scenarios, to understand the impact to both the program and the organisation.  

• Assist with resource planning, tracking, and reporting.  

• Assist other team members and provide backup support as and when required.  

About You 

• 1 year experience in a direct finance position, with degree qualifications in accounting or finance.  

• Intermediate excel skills, with the ability to use Pivot tables, SUMIF, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP etc., 

• Journals and basic transaction abilities  

• The ability to communicate to a variety of stakeholders to gather information, with confidence in asking questions and articulating requirements.  

• A High attention to details and self-motivated to deliver quality outcomes on strict deadlines.  

What we Offer 

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.  

• Professional Development – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training 

• Purchased annual leave 

• Salary packaging including novated car leases 

• Generous paid parental leave  

• Volunteer and enhanced Reservist Leave 

• Health & Wellbeing program 

• Employee Assistance Program 

We’re building a unique, values-driven and inclusive business. We have exciting plans for the future and everyone has a part to play. What’s Your Possible? 

Everyone Matters 
Doing the right thing and sharing success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters including candidates from diverse backgrounds. 

We are particularly proud of our commitment to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as demonstrated through our Second Innovate RAP (2024-2026), and our support for Veteran employment, and welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and Veterans to apply to join our team. 

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, you must be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will also need to satisfy police checks and employment screening verification.