Financial Controller

Financial Controller

Santos Ltd Brisbane QLD Full-time, Onsite

A career at Santos offers reward through tackling significant challenges. As an ASX 20 global energy company, Santos is dedicated to supplying dependable and affordable energy to foster a better world. This mission is pursued through a collaborative "One Team" approach, driven by the question, "How can we?"

Santos has a history of pioneering, problem-solving, and pragmatism. The company's Vision2040 involves cultivating a focused and disciplined culture to generate value, alongside an entrepreneurial spirit to leave a positive legacy. The focus is not just on ambitious thinking, but on successful delivery.

As the Financial Controller, you will lead the finance function for a portfolio of assets. This role involves providing financial stewardship, strategic business partnering, and governance over Joint Venture obligations. You will manage financial relationships with JV partners, ensure the accuracy of financial reporting, and deliver insightful analysis to support informed business decisions. Additionally, you will lead and develop a team of finance professionals, collaborating with business leaders to enhance financial performance, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of finance professionals, cultivating a high-performance culture.
• Maintain accountability for all financial activities within the asset portfolio, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, forecasting, and month-end close processes.
• Provide financial leadership and commercial advice to senior stakeholders concerning cost management, expenditure decisions, and business performance.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and monthly performance reports.
• Drive financial analysis, business case reviews, and scenario modelling to support investment and operational decisions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Joint Venture partners and internal stakeholders.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reporting, and financial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, governance frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

What You’ll Bring

• A degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• A CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Over 10 years of experience in finance, accounting, or financial control roles, with a preference for experience within Oil & Gas, Energy, Resources, or a similarly complex industry.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and an understanding of financial reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading finance teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and performance reporting processes.
• Joint Venture accounting and reporting experience will be highly regarded.
• Advanced analytical, financial modelling, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to translate financial information into clear business insights.
• Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems is preferred.

What You’ll Get

Working at Santos means collaborating with high-calibre individuals on industry-leading projects. The company embraces solving complex problems at pace. You can anticipate being challenged and supported, with opportunities for learning and growth.

Santos is committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive. This includes creating a safe environment where individuals are valued, respected, and their contributions are recognised and appreciated. You will contribute to this environment.

Each Santos site offers amenities designed to support your health, wellbeing, and performance.

What You’re Part Of

You will be part of a team united by a single purpose: to provide reliable and affordable energy that contributes to a better world for everyone. Beyond your professional contributions, you will also help improve the living standards of the communities where Santos operates, building enduring and respectful relationships that benefit future generations. This is a collective effort.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the online recruitment system before close of business on Friday, 10th of July 2026.

Supporting a Diverse Workforce

Santos acknowledges its operations are on the traditional lands of Aboriginal people and recognises their traditional rights to maintain culture, identities, traditions, and customs on their country. The company is committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves, ensuring all voices are heard, all cultures are respected, and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential.