Finance Manager - Mexico
MX
About Woodside
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
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the Mexico finance function. This role is critical as the Woodside Finance representative and primary interface with Pemex, with key responsibilities including Joint Venture financial governance, cash call management, and budget ownership.
This is a business-facing role requiring deep understanding of JV mechanics in Mexico’s upstream environment. The successful candidate will actively manage partner financial processes, support finance committee governance, and drive budget discipline across CAPEX and OPEX programs. The Finance Manager retains full responsibility for financial integrity, statutory compliance, and alignment between local and corporate reporting. This role will manage a small Mexico City based team and local third-party providers.
Duties and Responsibilities
Joint Venture Financial Governance
• Lead the preparation, validation, and timely submission of cash calls to JV partners, ensuring alignment with approved work programs and operator requirements
• Manage partner billings, reinvoicing, and cost allocations in accordance with JV agreements and local regulatory expectations
• Ensure full compliance with Joint Operating Agreement (JOA) financial provisions, governance frameworks, and audit requirements
• Act as the primary Finance interface with Petróleos Mexicanos (Pemex), representing Woodside on all JV financial matters
• Support Finance Committee meetings through structured financial analysis, clear reporting, and informed recommendations
Budgeting, Forecasting & Performance Management
• Lead the annual budget and forecast process, ensuring alignment with the approved work program, operator plans, and regulatory commitments
• Perform detailed variance analysis, proactively challenging cost drivers and identifying financial risks and opportunities
• Support long‑range planning and scenario modeling to inform investment decisions and JV strategy
• Translate operational and project inputs into robust financial projections that support internal governance and external reporting obligations
Business Partnering & Commercial Support
• Support contract financial reviews, funding impact assessments, and commercial evaluations related to JV and regulatory commitments
• Provide clear, structured financial reporting to regional leadership, JV partners, and relevant external stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with local financial and regulatory requirements, including coordination and reporting obligations with SIPAC, SENAR, and the Ministry of Energy (SENER)
• Drive cost transparency, capital discipline, and strong financial controls across Mexico operations
Skills and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• Contador Público Certificado (CPC) preferred (credential issued by Instituto Mexicano de Contadores Públicos)
• 10+ years of experience in upstream oil & gas or capital-intensive energy sector
• Demonstrated experience working with Pemex in JV environments
• Familiarity with large ERP environments (SAP preferred)
• JOA financial governance
• CAPEX/OPEX budgeting
• Experience in multinational or cross-border reporting structures
• Fluent Spanish and English
Preferred Experience
• Direct exposure to Mexican upstream projects
• Experience participating in FINCOM or equivalent governance forums
• Experience managing development-phase assets
Critical Competencies
• Deep understanding of JV financial mechanics in Mexico
• Strong governance mindset and control orientation
• Commercial acumen
• Structured communicator comfortable engaging senior stakeholders
• High ownership and accountability
Proficiency in English is preferred
Resumes are required to be submitted in English
Role Location: Tampico/Mexico City
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Recognition and Reward
What you can expect from us:
- Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs and coaching
- 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 with a focus on creating a psychologically and physically safe work environment
- Active employee-led working groups driving initiatives to build an inclusive culture
- Community volunteering opportunities
- Relocation assistance (if required)
- A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives
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 various differences, including but not limited to differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of respect, trust and belonging, where people feel enabled to be their best and authentic version of themself.
We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities.
Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on April 3, 2026
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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.