Business Unit Financial Accountant

About Woodside Energy

We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.

Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.

Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.

About the Role:

The purpose of the position is to provide financial accounting guidance and recommendations across the Corporate Business Units.

The position is responsible for ensuring the Business Units’ financial results, including budget and forecasts, adhere to the Corporate policies and guidelines.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This role is important in supporting the business in delivering on our strategic objectives. Some of the key tasks you will be responsible for on a day-to-day basis include:

• Manage the financial results for allocated business units, including communicating results to relevant stakeholders
• Manage the subsidiary accounting for Corporate
• Manage the financial accounting entries for Corporate
• Ensure all financial accounting documentation is maintained.
• Engagement with the internal and external auditor

Skills & Experience:

We are seeking a degree qualified accounting professional, who holds CA/CPA chartership (or equivalent). You will have demonstrated experience as a professional in finance/accounting environemnt, either consulting or in-house, with exposure to various regimes i.e. non-operated joint venture arrangements

Your experience will see you bring a sound understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, with strong competency in preparation of statutory financial reports. This will be supported by excellent financial and commercial analytical skills, with intermediate-advanced Excel.

An understanding and/or experience working in a SOX environment would be beneficial (preferred, not mandatory).

On a more personal level as this role is business facing and will interact with stakeholders on a daily basis, we are seeking someone with strong communication and interpersonal skills

We are always looking to get better, and we'd like to see candidates with a strong commitment to continuous improvement are encouraged to apply. 

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce. 

Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.

We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities

Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on Saturday 21st June

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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.