Lease Accountant

Job description:

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 Lease Accountant is a key member of the Fixed Asset & Lease Team within the Global Accounting and Integrity Team (GAIT), part of Group Financial Control. This role ensures the financial integrity and compliance of the organisation by managing the end-to-end lease accounting process in accordance with IFRS 16 / AASB 16.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the Group's lease accounting process in accordance with IFRS 16 / AASB 16.
• Perform complex lease assessments and accounting for Australian and international lease contracts using the SAP Leases module, including creation of new leases and maintenance of existing leases.
• Administer SAP lease master data and system changes related to leases.
• Deliver internal and external reporting requirements related to leases, including half-year and year-end reporting.
• Assist the Business in assessing lease implications of new & amended contracts.
• Provide technical lease accounting guidance and training to stakeholders.
• Support external audit requests and tax-related requirements.
• Prepare technical accounting papers and maintain process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with lease SOX controls.
• Perform general ledger reconciliations for lease balances.
• Opportunity to learn and support the wider Fixed Assets accounting processes.

Skills & Experience:

• Professional qualification (CA/CPA) or equivalent
• 6+ years experience in AASB 16 lease accounting in large organisations.
• Experience in preparation of statutory financial reports desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong attention to detail with financial and analytical skills.
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement across functions and jurisdictions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed to continuous improvement and process optimisation.

Key Internal and External Relationships

• Tax
• Group Financial Control
• Financial Performance and Planning External
• Statutory Auditors: PwC Key

Systems and Processes

• SAP S/4HANA Accounting System
• BlackLine
• Sarbanes Oxley
• WiRCs
• Anaplan
• Microsoft Excel
• Woodside Accounting Policies
• Accounting standards and procedures

If you think you can do this job but don't meet all the criteria, that's OK Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & 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)
• Flexible public holidays, religious & cultural leave
• 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.

Applications close at
11:59pm AWST on the 2nd of November 2025 .

This position is a 2 year Fixed Term Contract.

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