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Cost and Finance Analyst

Amentum


Job Location:

Brisbane - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Amentum is a leader in global engineering project management and solutionsintegration trusted to modernise the most critical missions anywhere in the to create a safer smarter cleaner world we innovate as a team of inventivedoers passionate about making a difference. Underpinned by a strong culture of ethicssafety and inclusivity. Amentum is fiercely committed to operational excellence andsuccessful execution.

Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance a friendly companyculture and engagement with a supportive community

Well inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve grow andsucceed today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities todevelop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do theright thing for our people clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset and we offer a competitive package to retain and attractthe best talent.

Our values stand on a foundation of safety integrity inclusion and diversity. We putpeople at the heart of our business and we genuinely believe that we all succeed bysupporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental healthand a sense of belonging for all employees.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer please refer to our EnterpriseAgreement and for more information

Role Description:
Were looking for an experiencedCost and Finance Analyst to join a high-performing team within the Collaborative and Autonomous Systems Project Office (CASPO) supporting the delivery ofproject AIR6015 Air Autonomous Collaborative Platforms and the MQ-28 Ghost Bat capability.

In this role you will support project execution by providing a specialist financial forecasting modelling and analysis skillset helping to manage a critical program and shape long term investment decisions. Youll work in a highly collaborative integrated environment while operating withautonomy and influence partnering with project stakeholders across Defence and Industry.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to ahigh-impact program while growing your expertise in astructured forward-looking Defence environment
.

Day to day tasks include:

  • Support the financial management of a major Defence project including the management of project forecasts cost estimates and cost models.
  • Analyse cost drivers trends and variances to provide clear actionable financial insights
  • Provide trusted financial and commercial advice to project teams senior leaders and stakeholders
  • Contribute to procurement activities including financial analysis for proposals and tender processes
  • Ensure alignment with Defence financial frameworks policies and governance requirements
  • Drive improvements in project financial management tools processes and reporting capability
  • Build strong working relationships to support high-quality timely program outcomes

Essential Requirements:

  • 57 years experience in cost estimation financial modelling or forecasting within Defence government or complex project environments
  • Strong understanding of Defence financial management costing frameworks and procurement processes
  • Proven experience in financial forecasting and communicating financial insights for large-scale programs.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel including formula development modelling and forecasting and data visualisation
  • Desirable experience with data visualisation and business intelligence reporting tools (e.g. PowerBI).
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
  • Excellent communication skills with confidence engaging senior stakeholders and industry partners
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver under pressure
  • High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy governance and data integrity
  • Australian Citizenship and NV1 Security Clearance essential

Required Security Clearance Level: Active NV1 Clearance.

Location: Amberley QLD.

Weekly Hours: Monday to Friday / 40 hours per week with options for work from home on Fridays - depending on task requirements

Compensation Details:

AUD

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities education experience skills internal equity market data applicable collective bargaining agreements and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health dental and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type location and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA) or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

06/18/2026 - 07/24/2026

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race sex sexual orientation pregnancy (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) age ancestry United States military or veteran status color religion creed marital or domestic partner status medical condition genetic information national origin citizenship status low-income status or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation or any other protected category under federal state or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language atLabor Laws Posters.


Required Experience:

IC


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