Lead Accountant - US Statutory Reporting - HOU045C
Company: Worley
Primary Location: USA-TX-Houston
Job: Accounting
Schedule: Full-time
Employment Type: Employee
Job Level: Experienced
Job Posting: Aug 20, 2025
Unposting Date: Sep 19, 2025
Reporting Manager Title: Financial Controller
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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.

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.