Finance Graduate (Management Accounting)

About Rheinmetall Defence Australia

Rheinmetall Defence Australia (RDA) is a major Defence company with operations across Australia and New Zealand delivering specialist Defence capability to the Australian Defence Force and New Zealand Defence Force. RDA is a subsidiary of Rheinmetall Group, a global Defence and Automotive technology group based in Dusseldorf, Germany. RDA is a trusted partner to the ADF through its three divisions - Vehicle Systems, Electronics Solutions and Weapons, Ammunition & Protection.

RDA is rapidly growing its Australian footprint to deliver system solutions and capability to the ADF in the areas of mobility, lethality, reconnaissance, protection, and sustainment.

About the Team

Based in our Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) in Redbank, this will be a fantastic opportunity to work within a fast-paced, collaborative team of finance professionals. You will have the right environment to learn and grow within this supportive team.

About the role

As a Finance Graduate with RDA, you will be part of our professional finance team and play a fundamental role in supporting the delivery of key deliverables including reporting, analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. We currently have two Graduates opportunities available, one specializing in our management accounting team and the other in our pricing team.

As a Finance Graduate you can anticipate some of your day-to-day tasks to include:

• Supporting Finance team members with the completion of month-end tasks;
• Utilize your financial systems expertise in SAP to produce financial related data analysis and reporting;
• Perform basic analysis on variances to assist with RDA planning and forecasting;
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial models across RDA team structures; and
• Identify solutions for automation of financial data, to better assist with reporting and analysis.

What are we looking for?

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company's values of Respect, Trust, and Openness. This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises, and communicate openly.
The experience and skillset best suited to this role include:

• Hold a qualification in Finance/Accounting or Commerce (or be in the final year of studies);
• Excellent financial and analytical skill-set with strong interpersonal communication;
• Demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and a keen attitude to taking on new tasks and challenges;
• Intermediate to advanced level of use with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
• Hold a desire to complete a CA or CPA Qualification;
• Previous relevant experience in a Finance or Accounting position will be highly regarded;
• Be eligible for an Australian Government Security Clearance and have the capacity to satisfy pre-employment screening.

What's on offer?

• Working in a great team and with exciting products.
• Opportunity for career development and further training.
• Strong links to our global Rheinmetall community.
• Opportunity to work on major projects such as LAND 400.
• Attractive Remuneration package with salary sacrificing & novated leases.
• Flexibility in workplace settings offering opportunities to work in multiple locations.
• Corporate discounts with gyms, private health funds, and various car dealerships.
• Employee Assistance Program to support our employees and their family's overall well-being.

Join an inclusive culture

Rheinmetall recognizes the strength that comes with employee diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment where each employee is treated fairly and respectfully. Diversity is critical to our ability to work successfully as a team regardless of borders, language, or culture. Our workforce includes employees of varying gender, ages, race and ethnicity, professional and cultural backgrounds.

Veterans are always encouraged to apply for roles at Rheinmetall where they can bring select skills and expertise to the delivery of products and services for our customers.

Next steps

If you are ready to take the next step, Apply Now!

Rheinmetall may use various recruitment and selection tools and techniques as part of our processes, such as video interviewing, online assessments, face-to-face interviews, and assessment centers.

The preferred candidate will be required to complete RDA's background checks including pre-employment verification and national police checks.

Applications close: 17 August 2021

Please note that we will not be accepting any recruitment agency applications for this role.

Questions

For further information about this opportunity, please call Sabrina Ferguson on 0476 676 021 and quote AU00415.