Financial Reporting Accountant
About the Opportunity
This role of Finance Reporting Accountant is to lead automation of financial and project reporting within ERP IFS aligned to the requirements of the Cost Control team, ensuring accurate, timely, and efficient reporting processes. Support governance compliance by embedding controls and assisting with reporting obligations to oversight bodies. Drive continuous improvement and data integrity across reporting workflows.
About Austal
Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.
Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.
This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.
Learn more at austal.com/ssa
What’s Involved
- Design, develop, and implement automated reporting solutions in ERP IFS for cost control and project financials.
- Collaborate with Cost Control team to ensure reporting meets operational and strategic needs.
- Integrate governance requirements into reporting processes, including approval workflows and audit trails.
- Monitor data integrity and resolve discrepancies in ERP IFS reporting outputs.
- Provide training and support to finance and project teams on automated reporting tools and best practices.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation beyond existing ERP capabilities.
- Ensure compliance with SSA policies, financial standards, and governance frameworks.
- Coordinate with IT and ERP specialists for system enhancements and troubleshooting.
- Assist in month end processes.
You’ll Need
Essential
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems
- Demonstrated strong understanding of project accounting principles
- Highly developed Communicate skills to effectively communicate with all stake holders
- Demonstrated capability to train and mentor team members in the effective use of ERP reporting tools and industry best practices.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
- Experience in ERP reporting automation and cost control processes.
- Strong understanding of financial governance and compliance requirements.
- Excellent problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Power BI knowledge
Desirable
- Experience in public sector governance frameworks and reporting obligations.
- Knowledge of project accounting and cost control methodologies.
- Accuracy and timeliness of automated reports delivered to stakeholders.
- Reduction in manual reporting processes through automation.
- Compliance with governance reporting requirements and deadlines.
- Stakeholder satisfaction with reporting quality and accessibility
- Experience with IFS
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.
Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia
