ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.
Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.
About the Opportunity
ASC is seeking a commercially astute Finance Manager to join the Multi-Class Sustainment (MCS) Finance team, supporting key defence programs including Collins Class Submarines, Life of Type Extension (LOTE), and SSN Sustainment.
Reporting to the Head of Finance – MCS, this role blends strategic leadership with hands-on project accounting, contract modelling, and supplier engagement. You will play a critical role in developing bids and pricing to the Commonwealth and supporting the MCS Supply Chain, ensuring strong financial governance and mitigating commercial risk across supplier and Commonwealth contracts.
Working in a complex, fast-paced environment, you will collaborate closely with procurement, program teams, and external stakeholders to drive performance and deliver strong commercial outcomes.
This is a full-time opportunity based at our Osborne site in SA.
Responsibilities
- Ensure robust financial modelling and risk mitigation for bids and proposals
- Provide analytical insights into program cost performance, including scenario modelling and forecasting
- Partner with Supply Chain leadership across all MCS programs to drive financial performance
- Support customer and supplier contract negotiations, including financial terms, cost structures, and performance measures
- Monitor and report on supplier cost performance
- Contribute to contract reviews, audits, and governance processes
- Ensure EVMS reflects current supplier cost estimates and procurement activities
- Ensure compliance with Defence Cost and Profit Principles across suppliers and ASC
- Provide expert financial guidance and education to Supply Chain stakeholders
- Build strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and Commonwealth representatives
About you
- Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, or a related discipline
- Fully qualified accountant (CPA, CA, CIMA or equivalent) with substantial post-qualification experience
- Demonstrated experience in project financial management within complex environments
- Strong commercial acumen with exposure to contract modelling and supplier negotiations
- Advanced analytical capabilities with experience in financial modelling and performance analysis
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
- Demonstrate experience providing financial management support to bids and proposal activities
- Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to operate autonomously
- Highly organised, with strong time management and ability to perform under pressure
- Capable of building trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
- Experience within the defence industry will be well regarded
Eligibility
This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.
To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.
Benefits
- Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
- Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
- Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
- Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
- Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
- Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
- Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
- A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
- Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.
About ASC
Established in 1985, ASC’s 3000-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.
Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.
Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting will commence immediately
