Job Description

Entity: FinanceJob Family Group: Finance Group:Purpose of roleThe ARC Analyst is responsible n resolving complex issues when required delivering finance group reporting services to the entities assigned, and support the delivery of timely and accurate group results and performance results while ensuring adherence to policies and procedures in the drive for outstanding customer service, operational excellence and complianceKey Results / AccountabilitiesSupport significantly larger and/or more sophisticated entities and has a good understanding of the nature of the business and the economic environment in order to implement activities optimallyDemonstrate strong analytical abilities in evaluating P&L and Balance Sheet components. Exhibit a keen understanding of financial controls and take control of financial responsibilities.Coordinate the prompt and accurate recording of financial transactions (e.g., ledger entries, journal postings, fixed asset postings etc.) in line with relevant requirements, policies and proceduresPerform Balance Sheet Account ReconciliationSupervise open and overdue items and communicate and follow-up accordingly with the appropriate staffValidate data and provide constructive input while ensuring submission in a timely manner if requiredResolve or further escalate any complex issues facedSupport preparation of documents and adjustments for monthly, quarterly and year-end closeDevelop a good understanding of the general ledger and group reporting pertaining to the respective partiesLiaise with other GBS internal teams to ensure that the data being entered into the ledger is accurate.Liaise with senior stakeholders internally and externally as and when requiredKey ChallengesEnsuring business knowledge is current given the fast paced moving environment to ensure P&L and Balance Sheet assurance work is reflective of the business changes.High level of familiarity with the various systems used for the different functions (e.g. general accounting, reporting, direct tax, etc.) in order to maintain and reconcile the accounts receivable system to ensure it balances correctly.Collaborating closely with customers and colleagues in different geographical locations, time zones and potentially in different languages using different systems requiring rigorous coordination between teams.Building strong inter team connections to ensure the Business and GBS hubs and GBS connected city partners are well connected to support Balance Sheet and P&L activitiesContinuous improvement is required specifically surrounding, DTPs, the tools we use and the excel reports we produce to ensure efficiencies are createdAny Other Relevant Information (Particular reference to planning (nature and impact), scope of impact (Team, BU, Segment, BP globally etc)This covers Key Decisions and to what extent? Types of relationship internally and externally that the person required maintaining contact with.This position\xe2\x80\x99s primary interfaces are:InternalGBS teamsGBS business partnersExternalAuditorsQualification & Experience and CompetenciesEducation and ExperienceBachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree in Accounting.Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g. MIA, ACCA, CPA, CIMA).Minimum of 4 - 8 years of experience in general and/or financial accountingRequired CriteriaEnglish language competency.Preferred CriteriaShared service centre experience.JDE/SAP system experience.Flexible for ANZ (morning) shiftTravel Requirement Negligible travel should be expected with this roleRelocation Assistance: This role is eligible for relocation within countryRemote Type: This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills: Accounting for financial instruments, Accounting for financial instruments, Accounting policy, Accounting processes and financial systems, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Analytics, Business process control, Business process improvement, Commercial Acumen, Commercial assurance for external reporting, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Credit Management, Curiosity, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital Automation, Digital fluency, Financial accounting and reporting, Influencing, Internal control and compliance {+ 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 disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation related to bp\xe2\x80\x99s 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 accommodation related to the recruitment process, please to request accommodations.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.

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