Entity

Finance

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Finance Group

Job Description

The primary purpose of Finance is to support improved business performance across the business, while maintaining an effective and robust control environment. Reporting into Recharge Team Manager, the Group Recharges SME will act as the finance owner of various recharge activities.

The Group Recharges SME Will Be Responsible For

Taking full ownership of the assigned Recharge cycle(s) based on the BP Group Best practise model (BPP), including business review of recharge cycle upon completion with senior partners.
Undertake the recharge calculations for the assigned group recharge portfolio using Recharge tool.
Drive group invoicing process and related reconciliation.
Provide support and challenge to process including reconciliation of cost pool, business understanding of the pool of costs and whether charges proposed to be made make sense.
Focus on continuous improvement possibilities initiate improvement on current processes and the application of the Recharge Best Practice.
Fully understand and apply Group Accounting Policies and relevant Group & Finance Standards & Practices and ensuring Legal, Statutory and Tax compliance.
Manage conflicting priorities with business stakeholders and ensure deliveries are met.
Ensure external advisors (e.g. Big 4 certifications) and local audits queries are answered in a professional manner.
Ensure compliance to control and End User Computing.
Identify risks / issues and mitigation plan related to recharges owned.
Liaise with senior stakeholders internally and externally as & when necessary.

Essential Experience And Job Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or related field, preferably with a relevant accounting qualification.
Strong proven analytical and system thinking skills and financial knowledge.
Highly proficient with Excel. Prior experience with BP financial systems is an advantage.
Detailed knowledge of the head office/central costs activity set, especially recharges
Required to work UK shift hours during quarter close/as and when required
Shared service centre experience.
Prior experience with SAP system is an advantage
Knowledge of cost allocation/ recharges

At bp, we provide the following environment and benefits to you:

A company culture where we respect our diverse and unified teams, where we are proud of our achievements and where fun and the demeanor of giving back to our environment are highly valued
Possibility to join our social communities and networks
Learning opportunities and other development opportunities to craft your career path
Life and health insurance, medical care package
And many other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform crucial job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills

Analysis and modelling, Analytics, Commercial Acumen, Commercial performance management, Communication, Data visualization and interpretation, Financial Analysis, Integrated Planning, Investment appraisal, Performance management

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.