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Stay for a rewarding one.\nAt Santos, we do work that matters and always have. When you join us, so will you.\nAs an ASX 20 global energy company, we’re committed to providing reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone.\nTo make it happen, we work as One Team and ask ourselves, “How can we?” (Even when others say, “We can’t.”)\nWe’re proud of our history as pioneers, problem-solvers, and pragmatists. And as we strive to achieve our Vision2040, we’ve got our sights set on a culture that is focussed and disciplined to drive value, and entrepreneurial and energised to leave a positive legacy.\nThe difference isn’t just thinking big - it’s delivering on it too.\nAs part of the team, you’ll tackle one of the most complex problems of our time. It’s no easy task, but nothing rewarding ever is.\n\nWhat you’ll do:\nAs Financial Controller, you will lead the finance function for a portfolio of assets, providing financial stewardship, strategic business partnering and governance over Joint Venture obligations. You will manage the finance relationship with JV partners, ensure the integrity of financial reporting and deliver insightful analysis that drives confident business decisions. You will lead and develop a team of finance professionals, work closely with business leaders to drive financial performance, compliance and continuous improvement.\nKey Responsibilities\nLead, coach and develop a team of finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.\nMaintain accountabilities for all financial activities across the asset portfolio, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, forecasting and month-end close processes.\nProvide financial leadership and commercial advice to senior stakeholders on cost management, expenditure decisions and business performance.\nLead the preparation and delivery of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts and monthly performance reporting.\nDrive financial analysis, business case reviews and scenario modelling to support investment and operational decisions.\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with Joint Venture partners and internal stakeholders.\nIdentify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reporting and financial outcomes.\nEnsure compliance with accounting standards, governance frameworks, internal controls and regulatory requirements.\nWhat you’ll bring\nDegree qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.\nCA, CPA or equivalent professional accounting qualification.\n10+ years' experience in finance, accounting or financial control roles, ideally within Oil & Gas, Energy, Resources or a similarly complex industry.\nStrong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial reporting requirements.\nDemonstrated experience leading finance teams and influencing senior stakeholders.\nExperience managing budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and performance reporting processes.\nJoint Venture accounting and reporting experience will be highly regarded.\nAdvanced analytical, financial modelling and problem-solving skills.\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to translate financial information into clear business insights.\nExperience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems preferred. \nWhat you’ll get:\nHere, you’ll be amongst high-calibre people and get to work on industry-leading projects. We don’t shy away from solving tough problems at pace. We like it that way. You can expect to be challenged and supported; to learn and grow.\nAt Santos, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. This means a place that is safe; where you are valued and respected, and your contribution is recognised and appreciated. Join us, and you’ll play a role in this too.\nEach of our sites offer access to specific amenities that aim to create the best possible benefits to your health, wellbeing and performance.\nWhat you’re part of:\nEverywhere you turn you will be a part of a team who are coming together to contribute to our single uniting purpose - to provide reliable and affordable energy to help create a better world for everyone\nAnd because it’s not only what you do, but how you do it, you will also contribute to improving the living standards of the communities where we operate, building enduring and respectful relationships that serve a generation. 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