Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Finance Group

Job Description:

Job Summary:

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 world-class team?

Join our Finance Team and advance your career as Arc Analyst

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented ARC Analyst to join BP Business Sol (HC). In this role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of our accounting and financial reporting processes, leveraging your expertise in accounting policy, data analysis, and digital automation.

Job Responsibilities:

*    Support significantly larger and/or more complex entities and has a good understanding of the nature of the business and the economic environment in order to execute activities effectively. 
*    Coordinate the prompt and accurate recording of financial transactions (e.g. ledger entries, journal postings, etc.) in line with relevant requirements, policies and procedures.
*    Strong understanding of the GL reconciliation 
*    Monitor open and overdue items and communicate and follow-up accordingly with the appropriate staff.
*    Review reports generated by the ARC Account Executives to validate data and provide constructive input while ensuring submission in a timely manner if necessary.
*    Resolve or further raise any complex issues faced.
*    Support preparation of documents and adjustments for monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
*    Support customers in having a good understanding of the general ledger and group reporting pertaining to the respective parties.
*    Liaise with other GBS internal teams to ensure that the data being entered into the ledger is accurate.
*    Liaise with senior stakeholders internally and externally as and when necessary.
*    May carry out supervisory responsibilities such as planning, assigning and directing work, and providing feedback and coaching to team members.

Shift Timings - 3pm to 12am

Job Qualifications:
* Strong understanding of accounting policy and principles.
* Proven experience in optimizing accounting processes and financial operations.
* Excellent analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with a track record of identifying and resolving complex issues.
* Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
* Demonstrated digital fluency, with experience or a strong interest in digital automation initiatives.
* Solid understanding of financial reporting requirements and best practices.
* Knowledge of internal control frameworks and compliance regulations.
* Ability to apply business improvement in execution methodologies.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-centric approach.

Why join bp:

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, and excellent retirement benefits, among others! We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Travel Requirement

Negligible travel should be expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is not available for remote working

Skills:

Accounting policy, Accounting Processes and Financial Systems, Analytical Thinking, Analytics, Business process control, Business process improvement, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Digital Automation, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Internal control and compliance

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, 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.