Delivery Finance Process Engineering Lead

Job Description

Review PPM business processes so that they can be standardized, improved and streamlined for optimum efficiency in terms of both performance and cost. Lead process review workshops to analyze current ways of working to identify areas of improvement, gathering feedback and data from all relevant partners. Drive process improvement, applying a Lean/process-based abilities. Work closely with colleagues and partners to provide mentorship/training on the use of problem-solving techniques (e.g. root cause analysis). Collaborate across the wider Analytics and Digitization team to see opportunities and implement process optimizations as required Document the processes into agreed standard documentation (such as operating procedures) and undertake a walkthrough (where applicable) to ensure the validity of the documents. As required, lead the business design, implementation, testing and transition to operation of key PPM transformation projects - including project squad management, scheduling, costing, communication, change management governance Actively develop grow subject matter expertise within the team, supporting others in their development and creating opportunities to upskill others on Process engineering and core PPM process, systems and data. Deep process expertise, with strong background of delivering process standardization for global processes (taking into account local requirements) and improvement. Knowledge in Planning and Performance Management including Planning, Forecasting MI, Financial Economic Modelling, Performance Management, Non-financial metrics etc. Competent in using process mapping software. Understanding of change management principles and experience in applying them Experience of project management delivery techniques including both Waterfall and Agile Finance background, with grounding knowledge of end-to-end financial processes, particularly PPM processes. Able to describe and discuss industry and BP specific challenges in leading business and technical transformation; can demonstrate an understanding of organization change dynamics and how these impact cultural change. Able to bring together and energize teams effectively across organizational and cultural boundaries to achieve ambitious transformation goals. Skilled at developing capability within the team and getting the most out of individuals recognizing relative strengths and development areas. A capable influencer, able to use a range of styles to achieve objectives working with partners of all levels. Highly aware and active promoter of psychological safety - creating and sustaining an open and honest working environment where all can contribute without fear or bias Drive a one-team culture across key Finance teams and the Business. Able to cut through key issues and challenges and rapidly resolve with the right level of consensus and support both from the Finance and Business teams Clear and concise communicator - able to build awareness and support of the wider Finance and Business community Able to make the abstract and complex simple - understanding complex system, data and workflow requirements and translating into simple language to enable business decision making and prioritization. Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments. Proven ability to resolve problems Team member management and influencing at all levels Ability to drive and lead others through change, resolving conflict, building alignment and dealing with ambiguity Compelling communicator - simple and clear (verbal and written) Ability to move between big picture vision and down to individual activities maintaining attention to detail Experience and Qualifications Must have educational qualifications : Business/Finance Degree level or equivalent Preferred education/certifications : Change Management accreditation. Finance professional qualification (CA, ACA) Minimum years of relevant experience : 12+ years of experience in a similar business area or industry Preferred experience: Experience of: All aspects of finance process engineering, delivering standardization and improvement. Experienced at issue resolution and influencing peer and senior partner management. This role will have significant impact working with: Finance teams: lead process standardization and improvement, with input from Finance partners PPM leadership: Business requirement prioritization, delivery governance, strategic decision making Technology: Partnering with business SME on product design, implementation and operation to implement delivery and support product sustain Why join our team At bp, we provide the following environment benefits to you: Life health insurance, medical care package Flexible working schedule Opportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options friendly workplace e.g.: parental leave, bereavement and compassionate leave Employees wellbeing programs e.g.: Employee Assistance Program, Company Recognition Program Possibility to join our social communities and networks