Entity:

Finance

Job Family Group:

Finance Group

Job Description:

We are a global energy business involved in every aspect of the energy system. We are working towards delivering light, heat, and mobility to millions of people every day. We are one of the very few companies equipped to solve some of the big complex challenges that matter for the future. We have a real contribution to make to the world's ambition of a low-carbon future. Join us and be part of what we can accomplish together. You can participate in our new ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero.

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

Role Summary

The Team Lead – GA/ARC (Inventory Accounting) is responsible for leading a team of ~10 members while managing key operational deliverables (50:50 split between leadership and operations). The role ensures accurate and timely execution of end-to-end inventory accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and compliance within a Shared Service Center environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team to deliver high-quality accounting services aligned with SLAs and KPIs.

• Oversee end-to-end inventory accounting processes including journal postings, GL maintenance, reconciliations, and SAP transactions (MIRO, MIGO, FBL1N).

• Manage monthly/quarterly close activities for Inventory and Sales, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

• Perform analytical reviews and ensure adherence to internal controls and audit requirements.

• Investigate and resolve system discrepancies across SAP and related platforms.

• Drive continuous process improvements and standardization initiatives.

• Act as key contact for stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or related field.

• 4+ years of experience in Inventory Accounting, SAP, and Accounts Payable.

• Shared Service Center experience preferred.

• Strong SAP knowledge (AS400 is an advantage).

• Solid analytical and financial accounting skills.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• English proficiency: B2–C1.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company! We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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 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}

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, 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.