Project Accountant (Defence)

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • Negotiable

Project Accountant – Defence Sector

We’re partnering with a leading organisation within the defence industry to appoint an experienced Project Accountant. This role sits at the heart of project delivery, providing critical financial oversight, ensuring compliance, and supporting decision-making across the full project lifecycle.

Due to the nature of the work, prior defence experience and an active AGSVA security clearance are essential.

The role:

  • Manage end-to-end project financials, from setup through to completion, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage
  • Maintain rolling forecasts, factoring in risks, scope changes, and project performance
  • Track and monitor project costs against approved budgets, identifying and addressing variances early
  • Prepare and issue client invoices in line with contractual requirements
  • Ensure accurate revenue recognition in accordance with US GAAP and internal policies
  • Support month-end close activities, ensuring timely and reliable financial reporting
  • Deliver detailed month-end reporting, including insights on performance, risks, and trends
  • Monitor key financial metrics including AR, WIP, deferred revenue, and DSO
  • Build and maintain dashboards and KPIs to provide clear visibility across projects
  • Partner closely with project and operational teams, acting as a trusted finance advisor
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, clients, and vendors to resolve financial matters
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory requirements, and SOX controls
  • Support internal and external audits, including documentation and issue resolution

What we’re looking for:

  • Prior experience within the defence sector is essential
  • Active AGSVA security clearance is required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar
  • 5+ years’ experience in a finance role, ideally within project-based environments
  • Strong background in project accounting, including forecasting, cost control, and reporting
  • Advanced Excel skills, experience with macros, Power Query, Power Automate, or Power BI highly regarded
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage a range of stakeholders
  • Exposure to sustainability accounting or joint venture invoicing is a bonus, not a dealbreaker

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