ARC Manager (fixed term until 2027 September)

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 Team and advance your career as an

ARC Manager (fixed term until 2027 September)

In this role You will:

• Ensures that the Group Reporting Manual is properly applied at the local entity level and all accounting judgements are consulted, evidenced, documented and approved within Accounting Policy requirements and Delegations of Authority.

• Serves as a finance subject matter expert to the organisation, demonstrating in-depth knowledge of accounting policies to optimise outcomes while maintaining strict adherence to relevant standards and compliance requirements.

• Oversees and validates reporting for the local entity(ies) and provides assurance to the regional HOC on the integrity of the financial reports.

• Ensures requirements of all local legislation over financial reporting, accounting and control are met, including Statutory and Tax Reporting where relevant.

• Staying informed about fiscal and regulatory developments across various jurisdictions

• Accountable for assuring the accuracy & completeness of the actuals / forecast process for the local entities

• Improve the capabilities of your direct reports (where relevant) and the wider finance and business teams through coaching and mentoring, to build capabilities and develop competencies and professional qualifications.

• The ARC Manager is accountable for the actuals/RF, however, relationships (often ‘virtual’) with the Performance teams, GSC and with the GBS will be paramount in ensuring effectiveness.

• Managing & balancing diverse demands from multiple countries

What You need to be successful:

• Relevant degree and experience in related Finance area

• Recognized national or international professional accountancy qualification e.g. CIMA, ACCA, ACA, CPA.

• Fluency in English

• Strong understanding of company’s Financial & Accounting processes and systems operate including key collaborate with other Corporate & Functions departments.

• Proven track record demonstrating ability to interact with and influence people at all levels within the organization, strong stakeholder management skills

• A strong understanding of IT&S infrastructure (preferably SAP)

• Business awareness skills

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

• Flexible working schedule: home office up to 2 days / week, based on team agreement

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

• 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

Negligible 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:

Accounting policy, Accounting Processes and Financial Systems, Business process control, Business process improvement, Collaboration, Commercial Acumen, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Influencing, Internal control and compliance, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement

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