ARC Senior SME (fix term)

Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Finance Group

Job Description:

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner.

It's an exciting time to join bp. Meeting the energy challenge requires many different approaches and solutions. And as part of Finance Business & Technology (FBT), you’ll be fully connected into the world of bp. You’ll play an increasingly important part within a network of like-minded colleagues partnering on strategic projects that stretch across the globe. And it starts with you. There’s a world of opportunities to build new skills, challenge yourself and grow a long-term career at bp. And no matter where you work, your role will have meaning, purpose and impact. So if you want to be part of a caring, supportive environment where you can realize your full potential, we’re with you.

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 Senior SME (fix term)

The Senior ARC (Accounting, Reporting & Control) SME role has the primary responsibility to ensure that we manage, control and develop our operations in a “process designed” manner to deliver value to the Rhine business

In this role You will:

• Build strong partnerships with business partners to support smooth operations and successful project delivery

• Provide technical analysis and feedback regarding impact of projects, upgrades and modification

• Provide expert support on General Ledger and Reporting processes, helping business clients understand and navigate financial data

• Maintain Control Evaluation Templates, support self-assessments, and facilitate internal and external audit activities

• Play a key role in system transformation projects, providing support throughout all project phases

• Act as a process domain expert, driving operational excellence, quality management, and control effectiveness.

• Deliver training, coaching, and guidance to operations teams to build capability and knowledge.

• Support continuous improvement and optimization initiatives across the Finance Business & Technology (FBT) center

• Help deliver services in line with Service Level Agreements (SLAs), Key Performance Indicators (important metrics), targets, and budgets

• Collaborate with Regional FBT SMEs, Process Leads, and global partners to drive protocols and continuous improvement

What You will need to be successful:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance; ACCA or Tax Advisor qualification is an advantage or equivalent experience

• Strong experience in Finance & Accounting, with expertise in Group Close, Contract Management, and Financial Reporting

• Experience supporting process improvements, system transformations, and change initiatives in a multinational environment

• Strong project management, problem-solving, and interested party management skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

• Customer-focused, proactive, and driven by continuous improvement

• Knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies is a plus

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and influencing skills across global teams

Desirable criteria:

• Results-oriented and focused on delivering business value

• Customer-focused attitude with a passion for exceeding expectations

• Strong collaborator who builds relationships across teams and partners

• Takes ownership and consistently delivers high-performance outcomes

• Continuously seeks opportunities to improve, simplify, and innovate

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

• Different bonus opportunities based on performance, wide range of cafeteria elements

• Life & health insurance, medical care package

• Hybrid working arrangement aligned with team arrangements and business needs

• Opportunity to build up long-term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options

• Celebrate in bp’s success. You may be eligible to join bp’s Global ShareMatch plan. This non-contractual benefit lets employees buy bp shares and receive matching shares, in line with plan rules

• Family friendly workplace e.g.: Extended parental leave, Mother-baby room

• Employees’ wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition Program

• Possibility to join our social communities and networks

• Chill-out and collaboration spaces in our beautiful Budapest Agora and Szeged offices e.g.: Play Zones, Office massage, Sport and music equipment

bp Hungary won the Most Attractive Employer 2024 Award (SSC / BSC sector) fourth time in a row at PwC's annual employer research. Come and join us!

At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and ambitious 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.

Disclaimer: Please note that, according to Hungarian law (2012/I. 113. §), mothers or single parents caring for a child under three years of age cannot be employed in night shift positions.

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:

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

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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.

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