AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: AU-Protected (Baseline)
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
At Northrop Grumman Australia, we’re driven by a shared purpose: to deliver trusted capability to support Australia’s Defence mission. We’re looking for a motivated Junior Finance Analyst to join our C27J Program Business Management team, where you’ll play a hands-on role supporting a dynamic, mission‑critical platform while building a strong foundation in Defence business management.
Your role:
As a Junior Finance Analyst, you will provide day‑to‑day financial and operational support across the C27J program. Working closely with Program, Contracts and Finance stakeholders, you’ll contribute to accurate financial reporting, strong cost management, and informed decision-making that supports program performance and outcomes.
This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone with early post‑graduate experience who is looking to grow their career in business management within the Defence industry.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting month-end close activities, including general ledger reconciliations, journal preparation and data consolidation
Preparing and issuing monthly customer invoicing and financial deliverables
Analysing financial performance against budget, including variance analysis and reporting
Reviewing profit and loss and balance sheet accounts to understand key cost drivers
Maintaining program financial structures, including WBS setup within financial systems
Assisting with short and long-range financial planning and resource management
Managing accounts payable queries and supporting cross‑functional stakeholders
Developing and maintaining work instructions and standardised processes
Providing ad hoc support across the program to ensure business objectives are met
You’ll be part of a collaborative team environment where attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork are valued—working together to deliver outcomes that matter.
About you:
You’re a proactive and detail‑oriented business or finance professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced, team‑focused environment. You take pride in your work, bring a “can‑do” attitude, and are motivated to deliver high‑quality results that support Defence capability.
You’ll bring:
A degree qualification in Accounting (essential)
2–3 years of relevant post‑graduate experience in finance, accounting, or business management
Strong working knowledge of financial systems and processes, including P&L and general ledger activities
Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills and confidence adapting to new tools and systems
High attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Well‑developed communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders
A team‑focused mindset, with the confidence to work independently when required
Experience or exposure to Defence, project controls, or program environments will be highly regarded. Eligibility to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance is required.
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
Salary packaging including novated car leases and the option to purchase additional annual leave
Flexible working options, including hybrid working, 9 day fortnights, volunteer leave and varying start and finish times to suit your family needs
18 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid reservist leave
We offer all employees access to our Health & Wellbeing program and Employee Assistance program
Employee Discount Program
Employee Recognition Program
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact [email protected]
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
