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About bp At bp, our purpose is to bring together people, energy, and markets to power and navigate a changing world. In a time of constant change and possibility, we seek talent motivated by elite insight and expertise to pursue opportunities. As we aspire for more digital solutions, balanced outcomes, and closer collaboration across our company and beyond, you could play a key role in shaping the future. Join us as we continue to grow as the world's leading energy company! We are dedicated to creating collaborative workplaces that drive innovation and agility. If you are passionate about people, this is the right place for you. Would you like to help bp build the skills capability needed to deliver on our strategy as we transform towards an integrated energy company If yes, and this sounds like an exciting opportunity for you, please read on to learn more about this role and how you could contribute to our ongoing success. Entity Information This role will be part of the Finance FP&A organization, responsible for delivering business planning, performance management, and business associating support for specific Business/Functions. Job Synopsis As a Business Performance Senior Analyst at bp, you will be responsible for delivering business planning and performance management products for a large Oil and Gas business. This role involves collaborating with onsite technical and finance teams across different geographies to gain a deep understanding of the business context. Your key objective will be to develop and deliver insightful financial products that enable effective business financial performance management and support decision-making. The role requires strong engagement skills, the ability to prioritize conflicting tasks, and meet collaborator expectations. You will contribute to cost performance management, support core FP&A processes, and maintain proactive business associating relationships between finance and business teams. The incumbent may need to work under alternative shift arrangements to ensure appropriate overlap hours with Eastern Standard Time or Asia Pacific time zones. Key Roles & Responsibilities Performance Management: - Prepare timely, accurate, and reliable financial and management information to support business decisions. - Develop and present material for business performance leadership team discussions, including key messages, analysis, and insights. - Provide performance insights to business partners focused on improving profitability. Business Associate and Performance Insights: - Establish and maintain a proactive business associate relationship with relevant Business/Function Leadership teams. - Support the Performance Management agenda by ensuring robust and timely forecasts and delivering MI analysis and commentary. - Monitor and support cost reduction initiatives, tracking profitability accurately. Actuals Analysis: - Analyze monthly/quarterly actuals, including trend analysis and explanations of actuals vs. forecasts. - Identify areas where performance is deviating from the plan and suggest potential interventions. Business Planning: - Play a key role in developing the long-term plan and quarterly plan update process. - Analyze plan data in SAP-based systems, output in PowerBI/Tableau reports, and prepare presentation material with commentary. - Address follow-up questions from leadership or central finance teams. Joint Venture Management: - Support the local finance team in developing plans and Authorization for Expenditure (AFEs) for joint venture partners" approval. Economic Evaluation: - Conduct economic analysis to evaluate the financial viability of various projects or scenarios. - Gain insights into economic drivers and sources of value for the business. Strategy & Planning: - Support the annual planning process by ensuring plans are appropriately challenged and assured. - Produce detailed cost forecasts, focus on areas where targets are not being met, and ensure data quality in submissions. - Assist in making ad-hoc and strategic business decisions, balancing risk and reward. Continuous Improvement: - Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities in performance management products. - Promote the use of standard systems and reports, standardize and simplify performance management processes. Job Requirements and Qualifications Educational Qualifications: - Business/Finance or Engineering Field Degree level or equivalent Preferred Education/Certifications: - Masters Degree or other qualification in a finance field e.g. MBA, CA, ICWA/Cost Accountants Minimum Years of Relevant Experience: - 5 years of relevant post-degree experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Preferred Experience: - Experience within global, sophisticated, and matrix organizations, preferably within an Oil & Gas business or related industries. Must-Have Experiences/Skills: - Knowledge and application of Plan to Perform processes, including technological competency and analysis. - Strong analytical and insight capabilities with a focus on continuous improvement in performance management and MI. - Excellent teammate with strong communication skills, capable of translating complex requirements into simple outcomes. - Ability to gain trust from finance and business senior partners. - Ability to deliver operational improvements, share standard methodologies, and drive performance. Experience with financial systems such as SAP, Microsoft products, and visualization tools like Power BI and Tableau. You Will Work With You will be part of a team of finance professionals within the Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) organization. This team is being established by bp to create a center of expertise in business planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and economic evaluation. You will regularly interact with Business/Functions senior leadership. In addition to the FP&A team, you will also collaborate with the local finance team and various technical and leadership teams in onsite locations. Why Join Our Team At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe in the strength of our team through diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and treated fairly. Our environment & benefits include: - Family-friendly workplace policies such as parental leave, bereavement, and compassionate leave. - Employee well-being programs like the Employee Assistance Program and Company Recognition Program. - Participation in social communities and networks. - Life & health insurance, medical care packages. - Flexible working schedule with home/office-based arrangements. - Opportunities for long-term career development and skill-building through various learning options. If this role appeals to you, apply now! Travel Requirement Up to 10% travel may be expected with this role. Relocation Assistance This role is eligible for relocation within the country. Remote Type This position is not available for remote working. Legal Disclaimer If selected for a position, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policies, including pre-placement drug screening, medical fitness review, and background checks.,
