Verified Job
Accounting - Finance
Trainee Cost Schedule Analyst
Accounting - Finance
#35983
Remote / WFH
Lockheed Martin Australia
Job Description
Your responsibilities will include:
Support the establishment and maintenance of project cost, schedule, and risk frameworks and baselines across new and existing programs to support delivery of project objectives.
Assist in establishing and maintaining project rhythms (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) for status, analysis, and reporting in line with business and customer requirements.
Develop and maintain cost and schedule baselines, including resource-loaded schedules, control account structures, RAMs, and incorporation of approved baseline changes.
Integrate risk and schedule margin tasks into schedules based on risk registers and guidance from Project Managers (PMs) and Cost Account Managers (CAMs).
Maintain project planning documentation and systems, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and accurate reporting of actuals, forecasts, and estimates.
Support project analysis and reporting, including variance analysis, trend reporting, ad hoc reporting, and implementation of approved corrective actions.
About you:
We are looking for a motivated individual with a positive attitude, strong willingness to learn, and an interest in building a career in project controls, finance, or project management. You will be joining a supportive environment where development and growth are encouraged, and where capability can be built over time.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g. Finance, Commercial, or Project Management) from a recognised institution, and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the Defence industry) would be highly regarded.
Skills ideally required for the role include:
Exposure to scheduling and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including Critical Path Method and baseline control.
Basic understanding of accounting and budgeting principles.
Strong computer literacy with the ability to prepare, analyse, and interpret reports.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools and systems (e.g. Open Plan Professional, Cobra).
As well as the above any experience in the following is highly desirable:
Project administration experience.
Experience in a customer-facing or liaison role.
Special Requirements:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
Employment may be contingent on the satisfactory result of criminal and/or other background screens, which require the collection and transfer of personal information.
What we offer you:
When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
A variety of work patterns
Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.
Vacancy Country
Australia
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Employee Type
Full Time
Support the establishment and maintenance of project cost, schedule, and risk frameworks and baselines across new and existing programs to support delivery of project objectives.
Assist in establishing and maintaining project rhythms (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual) for status, analysis, and reporting in line with business and customer requirements.
Develop and maintain cost and schedule baselines, including resource-loaded schedules, control account structures, RAMs, and incorporation of approved baseline changes.
Integrate risk and schedule margin tasks into schedules based on risk registers and guidance from Project Managers (PMs) and Cost Account Managers (CAMs).
Maintain project planning documentation and systems, ensuring data integrity, traceability, and accurate reporting of actuals, forecasts, and estimates.
Support project analysis and reporting, including variance analysis, trend reporting, ad hoc reporting, and implementation of approved corrective actions.
About you:
We are looking for a motivated individual with a positive attitude, strong willingness to learn, and an interest in building a career in project controls, finance, or project management. You will be joining a supportive environment where development and growth are encouraged, and where capability can be built over time.
Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g. Finance, Commercial, or Project Management) from a recognised institution, and/or equivalent relevant experience (preferably within the Defence industry) would be highly regarded.
Skills ideally required for the role include:
Exposure to scheduling and Earned Value Management (EVM) principles, including Critical Path Method and baseline control.
Basic understanding of accounting and budgeting principles.
Strong computer literacy with the ability to prepare, analyse, and interpret reports.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and relevant project management tools and systems (e.g. Open Plan Professional, Cobra).
As well as the above any experience in the following is highly desirable:
Project administration experience.
Experience in a customer-facing or liaison role.
Special Requirements:
Applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Defence Security Clearance and employment may be contingent on the provision of further personal information including citizenship to ensure compliance with international export control legislation and regulations.
Employment may be contingent on the satisfactory result of criminal and/or other background screens, which require the collection and transfer of personal information.
What we offer you:
When you join Lockheed Martin, you work on projects you won’t experience anywhere else. We offer you a range of benefits built to suit you, no matter what stage of life you are in.
A variety of work patterns
Access to our online discounts program offering immediate discounts or cashback
A variety of leave options including Purchase Leave to support you and your family
Additional benefits such as Novated Leasing and Fitness Programs
Learning & Development platforms to encourage ongoing self-development
Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin Australia supports Equal Employment Opportunity and values diversity in the workplace by creating a place of employment that is, free of unlawful discrimination and is harassment free, fair, ethical, inclusive, and values the contribution of all its employees. By leveraging our employees’ unique talents and experiences, we will deliver innovative, affordable solutions and unparalleled customer value.
As part of our endeavours to increase participation of Indigenous Australians, we welcome applications from all people, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are selected for this role, we would be happy to discuss any accommodations that will help you to be successful.
Vacancy Country
Australia
Vacancy Type
Permanent
Employee Type
Full Time
