Woolworths

Accounting Manager – Leases

• Based in our Adelaide support office with flexible working

• 12 month Fixed term contract

• Custodian of the integrity and accuracy of Lease Accounting of WOWs property and non-property leases

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ It’s that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. 

If you’re excited to turn today’s blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you’ll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

The Opportunity

Due to an internal promotion we have an opportunity to join our FSS team as the Accounting Manager – Leases. you will play a pivotal role in Finance Shared Services by overseeing the financial integrity of a complex lease portfolio on a 12 month secondment. Reporting to the Accounting Controller, you will bridge the gap between technical accounting and business management to ensure compliance with IFRS 16 standards. You will lead a dedicated team, driving process improvements and providing high-level conceptual reasoning to influence strategic change across the organization.

What you'll do

• Lead a team of four to five direct reports, manage, delegate and monitor performance effectively and support a high performing team culture

• Manage the end-to-end lease accounting process, ensuring strict adherence to IFRS 16 requirements and internal policies.

• Execute robust budget and forecasting cycles while overseeing complex transactional processes within the property portfolio.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain confidence in financial reporting and ensure all deadlines are met.

• Initiate process improvements by identifying efficiencies and applying "outside of the box" thinking to legacy workflows.

• Communicate complicated financial information and conceptual reasoning effectively to influence decision-making and business change.

What you'll bring

• CA or CPA qualification with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in finance or accounting.

• Strong experience in transactional processes, budget & forecasting 

• Previous experience in managing and supporting the implementation of improvement initiatives 

• Strong analytical & problem solving skills with a focus on lease accounting information 

• Highly organised and able to manage multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, to ensure deadlines are met

• Proven ability to mentor, coach, and maintain a high-performing team culture through effective delegation and empathy.

• Exceptional problem-solving skills with the tenacity to follow complex financial issues through to completion.

• Understanding of occupancy cost accounting, especially IFRS 16 

What you’ll experience

• A commitment to flexibility through a hybrid working model which combines time spent at a support office or hub and time working from home, supporting both in-person connection and balancing the flexibility that remote working provides for our teams.

• High-impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities. 

• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.

• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

• A progressive and competitive leave policy that gives you more space for what matters to you.  

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team’s diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential.

We encourage all candidates to apply; please let us know in your application if we can support you with any adjustments in the hiring process.

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We’re a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – ‘to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.’ 

Here you’ll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

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