Cost & Finance Analyst

Cost & Finance Analyst

• Contract through to 30 June 2027 (commencing August 2026)
• Defence Program Opportunity
• Williamtown, NSW
• NV-1 Security Clearance Required

An exciting opportunity for a Cost & Finance Analyst to support a major Defence capability program. This role will see you working across complex project activities, providing critical financial forecasting, cost modelling, estimation, and commercial analysis to support long-term investment and program delivery outcomes.

Working within a collaborative Defence and industry environment, you will provide trusted financial insights and help drive informed decision-making across a high-profile autonomous systems capability program.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver contract development activities in accordance with CASG policy and within required timeframes
• Lead and support commercial activities across the full capability lifecycle, from procurement planning to contract closure
• Collaborate with key CASG stakeholders
• Undertake research and provide advice on commercial, legal, technical and policy matters
• Mentor and support Contract Management and Contract Development Officers to build team capability
• Engage effectively with stakeholders and subject matter experts to achieve outcomes
• Ensure compliance with policy requirements and manage commercial risks and performance
• Deliver Air Combat Systems (ACS) Branch tasks efficiently and within expected timeframes
• Provide timely, accurate and high-quality support to Executive Leadership

Key Skills & Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, Procurement, Contract Management, Finance, Project Management or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Demonstrated experience in commercial, procurement or contract management within a complex, regulated environment
• Proven stakeholder management experience, with the ability to build and sustain effective working relationships across diverse groups
• Strong understanding of communication flows, resource management, priorities and workflows to achieve business outcomes
• Ability to identify, assess and manage commercial risks, including those related to contract development, supplier performance and compliance
• Experience applying procurement frameworks, policies and governance requirements (Defence/CASG experience highly regarded) integrity.

 

Security Requirements:
Applicants must be Australian Citizens and hold a current NV1 Security Clearance.

At Whizdom Recruitment, we're proud to be a 100% Australian-owned business, a Veteran Employer of Choice, and a trusted partner to government and commercial organisations across Australia.

To apply or learn more, reach out at georgew@whizdom.com.au or 0480 011 549.