Assistant Project Accountant – Cost & Estimating SSN AUKUS Build Program Apply for the

Assistant Project Accountant – Cost & Estimating SSN AUKUS Build Program

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ASC Pty Ltd . ASC is Australia’s submarine company, delivering the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines and the nation’s conventionally armed, nuclear‑powered submarines.

About the Opportunity Join the SSN AUKUS Build Program as an

Assistant Project Accountant – Cost and Estimating , supporting the development of cost estimates that inform both internal business decisions and Commonwealth deliverables. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across the business to analyse scope, apply estimating techniques, and ensure accurate, timely, and well‑documented estimates that support Australia’s most ambitious defence program.

Responsibilities

Support the development of estimates using appropriate cost estimating techniques

Analyse estimates against workscope and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) against pricing requirements

Apply financial/commercial factors inline with Commercial terms to calculate pricing, including contingency and risk

Use tools such as ProPricer and @Risk to prepare, analyse and develop document pricing versions ensuring accuracy and transparency throughout the estimating process

Assist in responding to estimate queries and supporting negotiations with the Commonwealth

Analyse cost variances and consolidate data to support estimate developmentilai

Maintain estimating registers and support administrative tasks

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and ensure compliance with business systems





Availability for collaboration calls outside normal working hours (UK timezone) is required; periodic domestic and international travel may also be required on an ad hoc basis

About You

Tertiary qualifications in Commerce or Accounting

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with estimating software (e.g. ProPricer)

Ability to communicate complex issues clearly, both verbally and in writing

Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships

Resilience in working with evolving data and priorities

Highly motivated and committed to delivering accurate estimating outputs

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to an NV1 level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance. Applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible. To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose

Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance





Up to 10 days additional leave every year to rest and recharge

Generous parental leave to give your family the focus it deserves

Subsidised childcare to ease financial pressure on your family

Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work

Career development opportunities to advance your career

A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive

Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save

Relocation support for you and your family, whether you’re from interstate or overseas

Location Adelaide, South Australia (SA)

combines cosmopolitan living with natural beauty, featuring picturesque hills, renowned wineries, and stunning coastlines. Adelaide is a centre for innovation, with careers in defence, space and advanced manufacturing, and offers excellent work/life balance.

About ASC ASC’s 2,400-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. Established in 1985, the company’s work on Australia’s conventionally armed, nuclear‑powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose. Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.

📌 Assistant Project Accountant (Adelaide)
🏢 ASC
📍 Adelaide