Job Description

Finance Manager – Program Governance

High-impact, newly created role leading project finance governance across ASC’s most complex programs.

Shape and drive project accounting governance | Influence across multiple major submarine programs
Partner with senior stakeholders and the Defence customer| Lead process and system improvements
Enjoy ASC’s additional leave, flexibility, and generous benefits

Location
Osborne, SA | Hybrid

Role Highlights
Reporting to the Head of Finance – Multi Class Sustainment, the Finance Manager – Program Governance will play a critical role in consolidating and driving program finance reporting, governance and performance across ASC. This is a highly visible role in a complex, fast-moving environment, requiring a strong mix of commercial acumen, finance management, and project principles.

Organisation
ASC Pty Ltd has recently been selected as the Australian Government’s Sovereign Submarine Partner to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines. The announcement recognises ASC’s over-35-year experience and expertise as the original builder, and ongoing sustainer of the Collins Class submarine fleet. ASC is a Government Business Enterprise (GBE) and they work in an environment that is interesting and meaningful. They’re Australia’s submarine company, and every day they support the Royal Australian Navy to protect Australia’s national security and to bring its submariners home safely. That’s why working at ASC is like no other job. It’s a deeper purpose that they can all be proud of. There is a huge focus on flexibility and leave, and rewards and benefits at ASC, and on top of this, ASC are an organisation that cares about your growth and development.

Responsibilities
• Drive the on-time delivery and quality of program finance reporting, both internal and external, across ASC’s major sustainment and new-build programs
• Work with senior managers across the business to develop financial plans aligned to corporate strategy and project outcomes
• Provide management and oversight of systems and tools to ensure accurate, timely and clear reporting, including input into Board and shareholder reports
• Lead and deliver the Continuous Improvement plan for program finance, ensuring tools, systems, processes and frameworks are efficient, effective and aligned to best practice
• Provide decision support on ad hoc projects, including bidding and pricing activities, and support the shaping of key contracts
• Document, enforce and communicate key project accounting processes across the business, ensuring consistency and compliance
• Partner with ASC stakeholders and develop strong relationships with the customer to influence financial strategies and positive contractual outcomes
• Engage with and support external and customer audits
• Support and actively review peer Finance Managers’ outputs to maintain adherence to timelines and quality standards
• Act as a key enabler of finance system improvement initiatives and lead continuous improvement projects across process, people and systems
• Set a clear and consistent environment where performance expectations are understood, providing feedback and identifying development opportunities to support team and organisational success

Candidate Profile
You will be an accomplished finance professional with proven success in project financial management, ideally in large-scale or complex environments. You combine strong technical knowledge with the ability to influence, advise and partner with senior stakeholders.

Specifically, you will bring:
• Tertiary qualifications in Commerce or Accounting, with full CA/CPA/CIMA membership
• Strong track record in project or program financial management, including bids and pricing support
• Proven commercial acumen with the ability to support contract negotiations and strategic decision making
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels
• Analytical strength and resilience in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Sound knowledge of ERP systems, with Power BI or earned value management techniques highly regarded

What’s on Offer
ASC offers an industry-leading benefits and wellness program, including hybrid working, flexibility, family support, additional leave and a strong focus on professional development. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact finance leadership role within one of Australia’s most complex and strategically important organisations.

Apply
If this sounds like you, please submit your application via the link. For a confidential discussion, contact Lynsey White on 0435 769 858. Ref: LW61619

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals. To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.