Financial Analyst

Financial Analyst Location: OCONUS-Australia-Sydney Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success. Headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia, we have approximately 50,000 employees in more than 70 countries across all 7 continents. Are you seeking a career that offers a healthy work-life balance, a friendly company culture, and engagement with a supportive community? We’ll inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed – today and into tomorrow.  We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities. People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and diversity. We put people at the heart of our business, and we genuinely believe that we all succeed by supporting one another through our culture of caring. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, please refer to our Enterprise Agreement and www.fairwork.gov.au for more information. Job Description – Financial Analyst Hybrid (working at least 3 days in the office in Sydney) Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Financial Analyst to support FP&A activities across the APAC region. The role is responsible for budgeting, forecasting, long‑range planning and delivering high‑quality financial insights. This position will work closely with cross‑functional teams to support business performance, improve forecasting accuracy and contribute to strategic commercial analysis. The role will also support the Project Accounting team to assist with recording joint venture arrangements, requiring a strong understanding of accounting and financial performance considerations under both US GAAP and IFRS, including equity accounting, consolidation impacts and performance tracking for shared ownership structures. Key Responsibilities FP&A Planning & Analysis Support the development of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, long‑range plans and scenario models for the APAC region, including joint ventures and other strategic investments. Perform detailed G&L analysis across revenue, cost of sales, gross margin and OPEX. Business Partnering Provide financial insights, variance analysis and recommendations to Operations and Business Support Teams. Partner with Project Accounting &  Commercial to support financial planning and analysis for joint venture arrangements under US GAAP and IFRS frameworks. Financial Performance Reporting & Analysis Analyse backlog, award billings and pipeline opportunities, including impacts on joint venture forecasting and revenue recognition. Contribute to accurate revenue forecasting and target achievement through high‑quality, standards‑aligned financial analysis. Prepare variance commentary and monthly/quarterly performance reporting for APAC to  global stakeholders, incorporating joint venture results (equity‑accounted outcomes) and reconciliation to group reporting under US GAAP. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with Sales Operations, Business Operations Support, Supply Chain and Project Controls to improve planning accuracy, operational efficiency and alignment between management reporting and statutory requirements. Collaborate with the Project Accounting team to ensure joint venture financial data is accurately reflected in forecasts, management reporting and external reporting processes. Key Capabilities & Expected Outcomes Deliver accurate, high‑quality financial models, forecasts and analysis across both wholly owned operations and joint venture structures. Improve forecasting and planning through enhanced modelling, process optimisation and strong alignment with accounting standards. Strengthen decision‑making through clear, data‑driven financial insights, including joint venture performance and risk assessments. Qualifications & Preferred Core Skills CPA/CA with a minimum of 3 years experience •     Budgeting & Forecasting Revenue & Margin Analytics OPEX & Headcount Analysis •     Financial Modelling US GAAP & IFRS Reporting Knowledge, including Joint Venture Equity  Accounting Hyperion,  Power BI, SmartView,  Salesforce, Advanced Excel Hours per week: 40 Location: Sydney Security Clearance Required: Able to obtain a baseline clearance 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-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 05/12/2026 - Until Filled 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 at Labor Laws Posters.