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 teamlead for Bpx business is responsible for managing & leading a team 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

Manages a team to deliver end-to-end financial accounting and reporting processes, ensuring activity is recorded and reported accurately and in a timely manner, whilst supporting visibility, integrity and operating excellence.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.Leads a team to provide solutions to drive the simplification and standardization of accounting and reporting processes, encouraging partnership to design and implement system and process improvements and ensure internal and external best practices are shared across the wider team.Coordinates analysis and explanation of reports and accounts to ensure informed decision making, making sure that data is retained and meets obligations.Leads a team of direct reports, ensuring the appropriate expectations, principles, structures, tools and responsibilities are in place to deliver the plan and deliver excellence. · In line with continuous conversations, have regular transparent and constructive dialogue with team members to support performance and career development.Ensures personal and team compliance with BP’s Code of Conduct and BP’s Values & Behaviours.

Qualification & Experience, Business Capability

Finance & Accounting Professional/ Graduate with 12-15 years proven experience with proven record of optimally delivering end-to-end financial accounting and reporting processesRecord to Report (R2R) operational experience / qualified accountant. Prior experience in handling high performing team(s) with delivery accountability on accounting, reporting and controlsKnowledge of SAP financial modules / functionality and reporting toolsHands-on experience in process re-engineering, improvements and strong drive on process transformationOil/Energy validated experience and knowledge with an understanding of the terminology, business functions and processesExperience in process transformation initiativesIn-depth knowledge of R2R processes including key roles, controls and Key Performance Indicators.

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:

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.

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