Business Analyst - Lease Accounting (hybrid - choice of location Sydney / Adelaide)

• Exposure to the exciting world of Property management at Woolworths
• Highly collaborative and successful team and one of the largest property accounting teams in the country
• Huge variety of internal and external stakeholders presents unparallel networking opportunities
• Proximity to business future planning and visibility of the bigger picture
• Choice of location between Sydney and Adelaide - hybrid work 2 days in the office
• Initial 12 months contract with paid annual and personal leave

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate lease and financial data within PEPS (internal lease management system) and SAP
• Assist and oversee occupancy payments ensuring compliance with Woolworths interpretation of the lease
• Provide support in related Annual Operating Plans for both Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet
• Within a team, manage lease accruals and mitigate financial risks for business units
• Contribute insights into occupancy cost and IFRS16 lease accounting standards with documentation and policy updates
• Respond to external and internal ad hoc enquiries related to lease management

About You

In Finance we have an overarching capability framework that brings to life 5 key capabilities that shape who we are, what we do and how we work together, these are; value co-creator, inspiring leader, trusted advisor, agile learner and insights generator. We are looking forward to hearing how you may have demonstrated these capabilities whilst also having:

• 1-2 years post qualification experience
• Finance or related degree with CA/CPA qualification preferred (or working towards)
• Strong analytical capabilities
• Ability to navigate within a matrix-style environment whilst prioritising competing deadlines and stakeholders
• Genuine interest and ideally some experience with retail / landlord lease management environment and IFRS16 lease accounting standards
• Enthusiasm, excellent oral and written communication and ability to problem solve independently
• Keen eye for opportunities to continuously improve systems and process and proactive nature to drive solutions

What is in it for you

• You will be joining corporate Australia’s largest onsite finance team of over 1200 team members. This scale brings complexity, challenges and opportunities for an extremely rewarding career
• Having a career with us means you are joining the group which ranked 2nd in LinkedIn’s Top 25 Companies Australia 2022 and we are recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, Work180 Endorsed Employer for all women along with Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ workplace inclusion
• You will be joining Australia’s largest retailer which is also at the forefront of innovation and modern ways of working
• Flexibility is valued and supported across Woolworths Group and covers flexible work hours and locations (including working from overseas for up to 8 weeks per year), flexible career opportunities, and flexible leave options
• Career development sessions, internal networking events and mentorship/leadership programs to grow your career
• Team member discounts across all Woolworths Group and partner businesses, access to discounts in novated leases, share purchase plans, lifestyle and other attraction discounts
• Access to a digital platform that offers personalised programs for working parents, carers and people leaders through our partner in Gender Equality and Parental Leave support
• 4 weeks paid parental leave for all secondary carer’s. Both Primary and Secondary Carers who are employed in full or part time roles, are eligible to access Parental Leave entitlements from their first day of employment
  

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Grow with the Group

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. We care deeply about creating a workplace where our team members feel valued, respected and empowered. We are committed to providing equal opportunity regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or life stage. We are proud to be recognised as a Gold Tier Employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for LGBTQ+ inclusion and as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency.

As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference. We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing. We work hard to create a safe and inclusive environment for all, and most importantly, we're all about creating better experiences – for our customers and for each other.

We’d love to hear from You

If you meet a number of the requirements, but not all, we encourage you to submit your application. You can follow us on LinkedIn or see more opportunities via www.wowcareers.com.au.