Financial Operations Manager

Job summary

Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Finance Group

Job Description:

Who we are

At bpx energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of bp, we are reimagining energy for people and our planet. Headquartered in Denver with a significant presence in Houston, bpx energy operates some of the most prolific and technically advanced oil & gas assets in the U.S. lower 48. We are committed to safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible operations—powered by innovation, technology, and a dynamic, inclusive culture.

About this role

Reporting to the bpx Chief Accounting Officer, the Financial Operations Manager role supports activities of the Accounting, Reporting and Control business located in Denver/Houston. This position has two direct reports comprised of two team leads with the overall team of nine bpx individuals. The team oversees fixed asset and joint venture activities supported by the bp team who provides accounting services in offshore locations. The Financial Operations Manager interacts with teams across bpx to ensure alignment and to coordinate / gather data and resolve issues.

Key Accountabilities

Support business and seek opportunities to drive innovation and efficiencies between the teams

Support business initiatives and assist in delivery of business targets

Advise business on accounting and control matters, seek to influence and assure sound business decision making process

Maintain effective control environment, assure compliance with accounting policy

Provide assurance of fixed assets and joint venture financial results

Support team with career development opportunities.

Essential Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business, or related disciplines

10+ years Accounting/Financial experience in the oil & gas Industry;

Prior management experience preferred

Experience with SAP/SAP HANA

What makes you standout

Motivated, self-starter enthusiastic about supporting and affecting change

Excellent communications skills for purposes of internal communication, drafting of corporate documents and delivering business advice

Strong analytical skills

Ability to effectively influence and build alignment with individuals and within multi-discipline teams

Ability to lead multi-disciplined team (team of teams) and hold individuals accountable while improving performance

Growth mindset with bias towards change and action

How much do we pay (Base)? $190,000 - $240,000. Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

Must be legally authorized to work full time in the US for anyone other than your current employer

Must not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., TN, H1B status)

Why join us?

At bpx, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse 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.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package to enable your work to fit with your life. These can include, but not limited to, access to health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible working schedule, paid time off policy, discretionary annual bonus program, long-term incentive program, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

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

Discover your place with us and help our business meet the challenges of the future!

Travel Requirement

Up to 10% travel should be 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, Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business process control, Business process improvement, Commercial Acumen, Communication, Creativity and Innovation, Credit Management, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Data visualization and interpretation, Decision Making, Digital fluency, Financial Reporting, Group Problem Solving, Influencing, Internal control and compliance, Management Reporting, Managing change, Presenting, Risk Management, Stakeholder Management {+ 2 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.