Lead Accountant - US Statutory Reporting

Building on our past. Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.

Right now, we're bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated data-centric solutions from the first stages of consulting and engineering to installation and commissioning, to the last stages of decommissioning and remediation. Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

Purpose:

At Worley, the Lead Accountant - US Statutory Reporting plays a key role in overseeing accurate and compliant financial reporting for the U.S. operations, in line with IFRS standards. This position supports critical financial processes including month-end close, general ledger maintenance, statutory filings, technical accounting and system improvements. The Lead Accountant will also support process enhancements, manage multi-currency transactions, and collaborate with various internal teams including Payroll, Project Accounting, and Shared Services. Reporting directly to the US Controller, this role is instrumental in driving operational efficiency, ensuring financial accuracy, and supporting special projects and audit requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Perform and support the month-end closing process, including preparation and review of journal entries, accruals, and other closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.
• Perform detailed analysis of the US Burden to ensure accurate accounting treatment in compliance with IFRS, as well as forecast the Burden Cost.
• Collaborate with Payroll, Project Accountants, and the Statutory Accounting team to drive process improvements related to the Burden process.
• Manage multi-currency transactions, ensuring accurate conversion and compliance with applicable financial regulations.
• Utilize Oracle GBS/Oracle EPM FCC or other similar ERP systems for managing financial data and reporting.
• Review account reconciliations prepared by Shared Services and provide feedback to ensure alignment with accounting standards.
• Conduct detailed analyses of general ledger accounts; prepare necessary journal entries and corrections.
• Collaborate with Project Accountants to resolve project-related accounting issues and ensure accurate reporting.
• Provide guidance and document technical accounting matters (e.g., revenue recognition, leases), ensuring compliance with accounting standards and accurate representation of transactions in reporting to Group Finance.
• Manage annual statutory reporting and financial audits and liaise with external auditors and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance of global accounting policies and procedures, providing guidance on their application to the US region.
• Support the US Controller in special projects and strategic initiatives, as needed.

What you will bring
Technical/Industry Experience and Qualifications Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in public accounting or a mix of public and industry accounting, ideally in the construction or engineering sector.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and GAAP accounting principles.
• Experience in statutory reporting, financial audits, and working in an international, multi-currency environment.

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and compliance.
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
• Strong data analysis and financial reporting skills, particularly using Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex financial matters clearly.
• Ability to work independently as well as in collaborative, cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Oracle GBS, Oracle EPM FCC, or other major ERP system) for managing and reporting financial data.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, with the ability to create presentations and effectively communicate data insights.

Education - Qualifications, Accreditation, Training:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (Accounting focus preferred).

Preferred:

• CPA license

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here. And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our policy is to conduct background checks for all candidates who accept an offer of employment with us.

Please note: No agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy.