Entity:
Finance
Job Family Group:
Finance Group
Job Description:
We are a global energy business involved in every aspect of the energy system. We are working towards delivering light, heat, and mobility to millions of people every day. We are one of the very few companies equipped to solve some of the big complex challenges that matter for the future. We have a real contribution to make to the world's ambition of a low-carbon future. Join us and be part of what we can accomplish together. You can participate in our new ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero.
Would you like to discover how our diverse, hardworking people are leading the way in making energy cleaner and better – and how you can play your part in our elite team?
Join our Finance Team and advance your career as an ARC Team Lead !
Purpose of role:
The GBS ARC team lead for business is responsible to deliver accounting and reporting services. This role shall ensure the integrity and efficiency of accounting policy application, internal control, financial reporting, accounting systems support and delivery of end-to-end financial accounting processes. The incumbent shall also be implementing continuous improvement plans and handling conformance to internal and external requirements.
Key Results / Accountabilities
- Deliver end-to-end financial accounting and reporting processes ensuring activity is recorded and reported accurately and in a timely manner, whilst supporting clarity, integrity and operating perfection including but not limited to
- Lead timely and accurate reporting of monthly, quarterly and annual results
- Review BSA Reconciliations and provide sign off for the account’s ownership
- Conduct reviews across areas as per requirements.
- Review and approve Journals
- Review of Opex and Capex accruals and testing validity of aged accruals
- Ensure all underlying Control Activities are operating as designed
- Ensure smooth delivery of inputs for the preparation of Financial Statements
- Resolve bottlenecks or other matters with Heads of Functions
- Attend governance call meetings and financial review meetings to explain key metrics
- Compliance of books of accounts with Group Accounting Policies
- Provide solutions to drive the simplification and standardization of accounting and reporting processes, encouraging teamwork to craft and implement system and improvements in execution and ensure internal and external standard methodologies are shared across the wider teams.
- Coordinates analysis and explanation of reports and accounts to ensure informed decision making, making sure that data is retained and meets obligations.
- Sound knowledge on SAP, AO tools
- Develops and maintains a series of internal and external relationships to ensure the successful delivery of accounting and reporting projects, utilizing advanced technical capabilities to support requests, issues, activities, audits, and planning.
Education and Experience
- Finance & Accounting Professional/ Graduate with 12-15 years relevant experience with proven track record of successfully delivering end-to-end financial accounting and reporting processes
- In-depth knowledge of accounting processes including key roles, controls and Key Performance Indicators
- Knowledge of SAP financial modules / functionality and reporting tools
- Hands-on experience in process re-engineering, improvements and strong drive on process transformation
- Oil/Energy proven experience and knowledge with an understanding of the terminology, business functions and processes
- Experience in process transformation initiatives
Travel Requirement
Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role
Relocation Assistance:
This role is eligible for relocation within country
Remote Type:
This position is a hybrid of office/remote working
Skills:
Accounting for financial instruments, Accounting for financial instruments, Accounting policy, Accounting processes and financial systems, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Analytics, Business process control, Business process improvement, Commercial Acumen, Commercial assurance for external reporting, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Credit Management, Curiosity, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Automation, Digital fluency, Financial Reporting, Influencing, Internal control and compliance {+ 4 more}
Legal Disclaimer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.
If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.
