2021 Finance Graduate - Pricing (Start ASAP)

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

The Finance Graduate - Pricing is an entry-level position within the Finance team and is responsible for assisting with preparation and pricing and estimating capability.

The general and generic duties of the Finance Graduate include, but are not limited to:

• Support with the preparation of the pricing of contract change proposals, Survey & Quotes and other pricing-related tasks within the L400-2 program
• Assist with the pricing strategy of tender responses taking into account cost recovery, profit levels and cash flow requirements in accordance with Rheinmetall methodologies and customer guidelines i.e Commonwealth Cost and Profit Principles.
• Monitor the bid budgets for each new business campaign. Provide regular reporting to relevant stakeholders on expenditure and remaining budget
• Ensure that all new work has been reviewed for risk and that risk has been priced appropriately. Develop process, tools and systems to analyse and price risk
• Support with the preparation of Price and Delivery Schedules, Payment Plans and Price Variation Formulas in accordance with the guidelines set in the Customer's Request for Tender (RFT)
• Support project commercial functions in the preparation of Contract Change Proposals (CCPs), including participating in financial aspects of proposal development as required
• Build long-term relationships with internal and external customers by understanding their current and future needs. Meet commitments to customers on time and keep them informed. Seek and use customer feedback
• Support the transfer of offer pricing into Project Controlling and other business systems upon acceptance by the customer of any offers
• Support the development of RDA's pricing & estimating capability
• Enhance and document RDA's pricing and estimating policies and procedures

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:

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance/ Accounting/ Commerce or related disciplines;
• Knowledge of costing and pricing practices
• Commercially minded with financial analytical skills
• Intermediate MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook);
• Good stakeholder management and communication (written and verbal) skills;
• High level of enthusiasm to learn and take on new tasks and challenges;

Desirable:

Pricing, estimating and financial modelling
Project cost planning and development of financial reports and analysis
Experience working with ERP systems i.e. SAP

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 offers 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 families overall well-being.

Join an inclusive culture

Rheinmetall recognises 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.