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.

About the role

Leverage deep understanding of specific key account customers, processes / systems and act as a critical issue point (working with Customer Service Support Teams) of contact for any verbal or written form of enquiries from external and internal customers and third parties.

Interact with partners in a professional, friendly and efficient manner and raise concerns about meeting service levels or deadlines.

Establish and foster strong business relationships with relevant stakeholders and internal business partners.

Support Delivery in line with finance service centre strategy to meet agreed Service Level Agreements, Key Performance Indicators, targets and budgets

Provide guidance, support and mentoring for the team

In this role You will

• Supervise the AR Retail Site Team to ensure the timely and accurate recording of accounts receivable in the ledgers.
• Support and prepare documents for period-end close.
• Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for the Retail Site Accounting Team on new initiatives, projects, and continuous improvements.
• Perform impact assessments for new Business projects, oversee deployments, complete and sign-off on UAT, and ensure successful go-lives.
• Encourage team members to learn new digital solutions, challenge the status quo, and optimize procedures through coaching and dedicated support.
• Design comprehensive documentation (SOPs, job aids) to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Support audits (regular and ad-hoc), minimizing the risk of audit findings and opportunities for improvement (OFIs).
• Ensure the Retail Site Accounting Team remains integrated with Credit C&P by participating in cross-functional sessions, meetings, training, and engaging in the ELT community.
• Follow the tasks outlined in the EMS/QMS Systems of GBS.
• Lead by example, inspiring change as a role model for the team and providing strong support for the Line Manager.
• Engage regularly with business stakeholders to meet the targets, promote new initiatives, and address issues or challenges.
• Ensure the professional development of the team members
• Represent the team in meetings and calls

Key responsibilities

• Supervise the accurate execution of operational tasks, particularly month-end and quarter-end entries.
• Provide support and guidance to junior team members until they can perform tasks independently.
• Maintain strong interaction with assigned business units, customers, and engage with outsourced service providers and business-facing financial teams.

What You will need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree required
• Previous experience in a business support environment
• Fluency in English and country specific languages.
• Must demonstrate high level of proficiency in Microsoft Packages (Excel & Word) and show an intermediate level interest in CRM systems/applications
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and facilitation skills with ability to work with and influence cross functional teams from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
• Recognised accounting qualification

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.

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:

Relocation may be negotiable for this role

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Accounting policy, Accounting policy, Accounting Processes and Financial Systems, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Business process control, Business process improvement, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Credit Management, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Influencing, Internal control and compliance, Management Reporting, Managing change, Presenting {+ 4 more}

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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.

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.