Cost Administrator

About Woodside Energy

We are a global energy company, providing reliable and affordable energy to help people lead better lives. Join our team at Woodside Global Solutions in Bengaluru where talent and operational excellence converge to solve complex energy challenges, accelerate change, and reimagine business capabilities to support Woodside's global operations and our role in the energy transition.

Founded in 1954, Woodside established the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry in Australia 40 years ago and supplies customers around the globe. Seventy years on, Woodside continues to be driven by a spirit of innovation and determination.

At Woodside, we know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a psychologically and physically safe work environment. We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.

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About Woodside Global Solutions

Woodside Global Solutions in Bengaluru is being built as a hub of excellence, to drive innovation and global collaboration. We are looking for talented professionals who are eager to make a global impact, helping to shape the future of Woodside together.

The Operations Support function provides services to our operational assets, including onshore gas plants, offshore gas platforms, offshore FPSOs and other functions and groups such as Projects. While we provide services, organisationally we are a part of Operations which is the production business unit.

About the role

Reporting to the Operations Support Manager – Global Solutions, the Cost Administrator – WIL is responsible for the day‑to‑day execution of cost administration and financial support activities for warehousing, inventory and logistics operations within the Global Solutions framework.

The role supports accurate, timely, and compliant processing of logistics‑related costs, invoices and financial data in accordance with approved processes, systems and decision boundaries. The position operates in a rule‑based, execution capacity, providing cost visibility and transactional accuracy while identifying and routing exceptions to Finance, Contract Owners or Global Excellence as required.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Execute day‑to‑day cost administration activities supporting the WIL function.
• Process and validate related invoices, charges and cost allocations in accordance with approved procedures and contractual terms.
• Ensure costs are coded accurately to the correct cost centers, work orders or activities within defined system rules.
• Support timely month‑end activities by ensuring transactional completeness and accuracy within agreed cut‑off periods.
• Apply approved financial controls, delegation limits and segregation of duties in the execution of cost administration activities.
• Verify supporting documentation for charges and escalate discrepancies, errors or non‑compliant items outside defined role authority.
• Maintain accurate records and audit trails to support internal and external audit requirements.
• Liaise with Warehousing, Inventory, Logistics, Procurement and Finance teams to resolve cost queries and support smooth processing outcomes.
• Engage with logistics service providers and transport contractors to clarify billing details and supporting documentation, within defined scope.
• Act as a point of contact for routine cost and invoice queries related to WIL activities.
• Maintain accurate and timely cost data within financial and operational systems.
• Support preparation of routine cost reports, reconciliations and summaries for operational and finance stakeholders.
• Identify data quality issues impacting cost accuracy and escalate systemic issues for resolution.

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in cost administration, finance support or transactional accounting roles, preferably in logistics or operational environments.
• Working knowledge of financial systems (e.g. SAP) and cost coding structures.
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Ability to operate within defined processes, controls and decision boundaries.
• Good stakeholder communication skills and ability to resolve routine queries.
• Understanding of warehousing, inventory or logistics cost drivers (desirable).
• Qualification in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent experience (desirable).

If you think you can do this job but don’t meet all the criteria, that’s OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.

Recognition & Reward:

What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on the job opportunities and formal programs
• Inclusive parental leave entitlements for both parents
• Values led culture
• Flexible work options
• Generous annual leave, sick leave and casual leave
• Cultural and religious leave with flexible public holiday opportunities
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives with uncapped Employer Provident Fund

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work. We also offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills.

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