Finance Assistant

AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescription

We are Northrop Grumman Australia. Part of an 85,000 strong global Defence organisation, over 800 talented employees in Australia are leveraging our global resources to deliver a superior Australian Defence capability. As we build our business and our capabilities, we are also building a reputation as a great place to work. Help us define what is possible for our nation and for your career.
Your Role
Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Join our dynamic team as a Financial Assistant and be at the heart of our business management function at NGA. In this role, you will support end-to-end Accounts Payable duties and assist the wider business management team.
You'll manage and process all supplier invoices and credit notes, handle local and overseas invoice matching, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution and follow-up. Your responsibilities will also include monthly creditor statement reconciliations, timely payment of supplier invoices through the weekly payment run, and reviewing and resolving queries raised by suppliers. 
Additionally, you'll assist the Global Supply Chain in setting up new vendors and suppliers, maintain files and archives as per company policy, and support the wider finance team with various duties, including month-end General Ledger reconciliations. This role is perfect for a proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to a supportive team.
About You
We are seeking a degree-qualified professional in Accounting who is passionate about finance and eager to grow within a supportive and collaborative team environment. Your attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously will be key to your success in this role. You should be a problem-solver, ready to tackle discrepancies and ensure timely resolutions. 
Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will be liaising with suppliers and assisting various departments. If you are motivated by the opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic and engaging workplace, we would love to hear from you. Join us at NGA and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.
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
• Purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous paid parental leave
• Volunteer Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program

Everyone Matters: 
Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.
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.