Finance Business Operations Manager

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be eligible to obtain and maintain an active Australian Government Defence security clearance at the level required for the position.

Shape the financial strategy for Australia’s most advanced defence programmes.

You’ll take ownership and translate strategy into real‑world results, driving portfolio growth, cost discipline and delivery for multiple market segments. In a matrixed environment you’ll be a trusted partner to senior leaders, influencing budgets, proposals and commercial outcomes that keep mission‑critical projects on track.

Drive the financial strategy of cutting‑edge defence technology that powers Australia’s security.

Partner with world‑class engineers, suppliers and customers on mission‑critical programs.

Own cross‑functional initiatives that set new performance benchmarks.

Join a culture that prizes trust, transparency and belonging while delivering commercial success

Strategic financial leadership: Partner with business area and market segment leaders across Australia and the US, delivering rigorous financial insight, challenging assumptions and supporting portfolio growth.

Planning & performance: Own short‑ and long‑term financial plans, forecasts and commitments; keep performance aligned to objectives and flagging risks early.

Program finance: Ensure every program in your segment has robust cost and schedule controls, forecasting and reporting, delivering on budgets and contractual commitments.

Business development & proposals: Collaborate with business development, contracts and engineering teams to craft and negotiate commercially sound proposals, pricing and contracts that win new business.