Cost Analysis and Assurance Officer

QinetiQ employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world, offering our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products.

QinetiQ Australia, part of the global QinetiQ group, provides technological and scientific expertise to help customers protect and advance their vital interests. As an innovative science and technology company, we help solve some of our customers' most challenging problems. Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn.
 

QinetiQ is a business in growth and with growth comes opportunity. We are currently looking for a suitably experienced Cost Analysis and Assurance practitioner to join our Advisory Services business, based in Adelaide.  

The position will see you work within a Department of Defence client, supporting the client by maintaining and updating cost models, and by providing management and analysis in support of complex business commercial arrangements. Furthermore, you will work within a team that provides functional support to the Commonwealth in the sustainment of major defence capabilities. As the Cost Analysis and Assurance Officer your key responsibilities will include:

• Continual upgrading the client’s cost models to provide accurate and effective data to best inform Defence decision-makers and other stakeholders.
• Measuring, analysing, interpreting, assessing and communicating on cost data provided under commercial arrangements with Defence’s Industry Partners.
• Supporting the Cost Assurance Manager in planning, developing, processing, and presenting the Financial Plan and Sustainment Assessment Review (SAR) process on an annual basis and with monthly reviews of in year budgets.
• Support cost management and payment activities related to the US Navy's provision of sustainment services through various Cooperative Programs, including participation in regular forums with the US Navy and biannual Performance Management Reviews.
• Providing specialist costing advice on tenders or contracts.

To be successful in the role of Cost Analysis and Assurance Officer you will need to bring with you:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or a related field
• Demonstrate experience in cost models and analysis in support of complex business commercial arrangements.
• Demonstrate contemporary knowledge of developing and applying cost models to facilitate the achievement of business objectives.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand and apply finance principles, legislation and policy
• Demonstrated ability to draft high quality submissions for senior decision-makers.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate at all levels
• Demonstrated acute attention to detail

This is a great opportunity to join our defence capability project team in providing broad cost analysis, administrative management and financial support. This is a great opportunity for a team player who is looking to develop their skills and career, with the support of a larger experienced and knowledgeable team.  

Due to the nature of the role, candidates MUST hold, or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1). QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.

Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Joanne Burns via jburns@qinetiq.com.au 

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed. Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

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As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.