Cost Analyst at QinetiQ

, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

01 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Costing, Data Analysis, Data Visualisation, Stakeholder Engagement, Financial Information Evaluation, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Negotiation Skills

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

QinetiQ is a global technology and engineering company that exists to protect lives and secure the future. With more than 8,000 employees worldwide - including 800+ here in Australia - we deliver mission-critical services and systems to Defence, national security, and essential industry. Following a strategic redesign, we’ve sharpened our focus and are investing in the future - starting with the people who will help shape it. If you're driven by purpose, passionate about solving complex problems, and ready to make a real impact - there’s never been a better time to join us. With a presence in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Canada and Germany, we bring global expertise to local challenges, helping build Australia’s sovereign industrial capability for the future. We are excited to invite expressions of interest from experienced Costing professionals to undertake a range of data analysis and data visualisation tasks using data analytic tools to support strategies and policy initiatives for the management of commercial arrangements within ASCISPO. This role will be based out of Newcastle, New South Wales. Reporting to the Assistant Director Commercial Support, you will perform costing and funding data modelling and analysis tasks for newly created forecast and reporting dashboards to ensure accurate data is extracted from internal/external data systems. The Cost Analyst will be accountable for: Ensuring costing and funding reporting output is compliant and adheres to stakeholder expectations Using data analysis to inform recommendations and decisions to improve the cost of ownership and value for money outcomes Establish collaborative and productive relationships with team members working on ASCISPO capabilities to achieve agreed outcomes Provide accurate and timely analysis to ensure that decisions and advice are based on the best possible data and information including an accurate picture of the current situation As a suitably experienced and well- rounded Costing professional, the Cost Analyst will have: Ability to engage key stakeholders to resolve complex issues relating to costing and funding reporting and the ability to consider all required variables The ability to provide expert advice on costing and funding analysis and recommendations to inform decision-making by ASCISPO Executive Solid experience to evaluate the Contractor’s (below the line) financial information provided to Defence to confirm accuracy and applicability to projects and work being undertaken. Clear oral and written communication skills as well as strong negotiation skills Due to the nature of the role, applicants must hold an NV1 Australian Government Security Clearance Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Roz Byrne, People Partner via email; rbyrne@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: 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 #LI-RB #LI-hybrid 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.

Responsibilities

The Cost Analyst will ensure costing and funding reporting output is compliant and meets stakeholder expectations while using data analysis to inform recommendations for cost improvements. They will establish collaborative relationships with team members to achieve agreed outcomes.