• Lead finance and accounting integration activities for Day 1 legal close and TSA (Transition Services Agreement) exit • Develop and manage detailed integration workplans, timelines, and functional roadmaps • Coordinate end-to-end integration planning across accounting operations, financial controls, and systems • Design and document future-state finance processes, workflows, and organizational structures • Support ERP and financial system transition and cutover activities • Map seller chart of accounts (COA) to buyer COA for reporting and operational continuity • Coordinate and document purchase price accounting (PPA) and opening balance sheet entries • Develop Day 1 close plans, accounting timelines, and transition milestones • Partner with finance, accounting, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment across integration activities • Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies related to finance and accounting integration • Support disengagement planning from seller-provided accounting and financial TSAs • Provide regular status updates, reporting, and executive-level communication throughout the project lifecycle

Planning Lead Job Location: Osborn Naval Shipyard in South Australia, Henderson in Western Australia or our Melbourne Street Office in Victoria - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow - shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space - there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Role Description: The Level 0 Programme Batch Planning Lead is accountable for the development, control, and assurance of the integrated Level 0 & Level 1 schedule for all Batches, including major elements of the program. The role provides strategic scheduling leadership across multiple ships, ensuring interdependencies between Manufacturing, shipyard capacity, supply chains, combat system integration, and trials resources are fully integrated and actively managed. The position ensures the Level 0 schedule optimises batch delivery outcomes, maintains coherence across ship build sequences, and provides authoritative schedule insight to support executive decision-making, risk management, and government governance in a complex, highly regulated defence environment. Core Duties: - Accountable for the HCF Program Level 0 Master schedule and Level 1 schedule for all 6 Ships - Define and control batch-level milestones, delivery sequences, and cadence across ships. - Ensure visibility of ship-to-ship dependencies and handovers within the overall programme timeline. - Collaborate closely with Future scopes team to ensure integrated TCE/future batch is seamlessly integrated into the PMB - Establish program strategic resource requirements including future scopes not contracted - Work closely with Operations Team to consider not only HCFP Ship Yard capacity but multiship impacts from other platforms - Review and validate the schedule data input into the Project Performance Review Pack (PPRP) - Conduct monthly analysis on schedule movements, critical path analysis, key milestone reporting, float management - Specifically focussed on Batch implications - Provide management information and analysis to the monthly Schedule Integration Review - Pro-actively manage and report the affect of Schedule Risk and Uncertainty on the SRA and provide recommendation for action to the management team - Liaise with the Risk team and lead the quarterly Schedule Risk Analysis (SRA) process - Pro-actively manage and report the affect of Schedule Risk and Uncertainty Essential Skills: - Ability to use several analytical techniques to break apart complex problems into component parts - When looking at information, sees patterns, trends, or missing pieces - Ability to motivate individuals and teams across a number of business areas, to shape and implement business requirements - In depth understanding of Project Management/Controls function and its interactions with other functions - Ability to balance conflicting priorities to deliver against customer and business requirements, with appropriate stakeholder management - Ability to negotiate with and influence internal and/or external stakeholders in a way which generates business benefit whilst maintaining key relationships - Ability to use and adapt written and verbal communication skills to suit a variety of difference audiences is critical to this role - Intermediate MS Office skills, especially in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Project The Hunter Class Frigate Team BAE Systems Australia is leading the largest ever surface ship project in Australia's defence history - the design and build of Hunter class frigates. The Hunter Class Frigate Program is transforming Australia's shipbuilding industry by supporting the building of a world-class, continuous naval shipbuilding capability for our nation Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work - this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family - support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment. Security statement Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances.

• Navigate carrier portals for data acquisition and development of client financial reporting dashboards • Assist in building and updating Consulting-related tools and templates • Work collaboratively with our consulting and sales teams to provide financial related support • Create ad-hoc analyses for informed client decisions • Prepare financial analyses and exhibits for customer presentations • Support the peer review process for data accuracy • Troubleshoot and support Excel and spreadsheet issues for consulting and sales teams • Effectively manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines • Develop strong relationships with cross-functional teams and third party solution partners

Manage contingent roles through MSP, oversee contractor extensions, conduct job briefings with hiring managers, and deliver a positive candidate experience while ensuring compliance with governance requirements in a high-volume recruitment environment.