Trading Settlements Lead Analyst- Part-time Fixed-term

Entity:
Finance
Job Family Group:
Finance Group
Job Description:

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.

Join our Budapest Team and advance your career as a

Trading Settlements Lead Analyst- Part-time Fixed-term

Please note that this role is for part time (4 hrs/ working day) and for fixed-term, approximately until 2027.07.31

The 3rd Party Settlements Team is responsible for managing operational cash and working capital on behalf of ST&S (c70% of bp's turnover is managed through the ST&S 3rd Party Teams). The team produces a daily cash funding forecast for Treasury Management purposes.

The role supports US based activity, and requires a minimum of 7 days evening shift working per month.

In this role You will:

- Manage a portfolio of 3rd parties for settlement of financial and physical transactions & lead senior analysts through their BAU activities.
- Accountable for the accurate and timely completion of Settlements activities within area of responsibility, which include:  Generate customer invoices and supporting documentation
- Settle all 3rd party transactions per contractual terms
- Ensure funds are received and paid on time and accurately; liaise with counterparties should any discrepancies occur; provide thorough explanations for any outstanding balances
- Provide accurate details of projected cash flows to enable BP Treasury to manage daily and weekly cash requirements

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with T&S commercial teams
- Ensure full compliance with the bp T&S Settlements Policy
- Ensure delivery of high quality customer service
- Manage aged debt and cash forecasting
- Deal with a wide variety of ad-hoc queries timely and escalate as appropriate
- Identify and assist in delivering continuous Improvement ideas
- Provide exceptional internal and external customer service in order to build and strengthen relationships
- Provide leadership and guidance to Settlement analysts, helping them to manage priorities
- Pro-actively seek and lead opportunities to standardize, simplify and automate processes to improve performance and efficiency within team scope
- Actively participate in, lead within team scope and support projects as appropriate
- Drive and participate in transformation and automation (CI) agenda

What You will need to be successful:

- Relevant finance degree.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance or accounting
- Understanding of Accounts Payable and Receivable settlement principles
- SAP experience
- Developing and delivering Continuous Improvements ideas (e.g. process change and/or automation & reporting changes)

- Experience in trading settlements is an advantage & understanding of commodity trading lifecycle (deal execution/entry to settlement) is an advantage.

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
- Hybrid working arrangement aligned with team arrangements and business needs
- Opportunity to build up long term career path and develop your skills with wide range of learning options

- Celebrate in bp’s success. You may be eligible to join bp’s Global ShareMatch plan. This non-contractual benefit lets employees buy bp shares and receive matching shares, in line with plan rules

- 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.

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

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

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
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:
Analytical Thinking, Business process improvement, Collaboration, Creativity and Innovation, Curiosity, Customer experience, Decision Making, Internal control and compliance, Problem Solving, Resilience, Thought Leadership, Trading knowledge
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Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, 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 .

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