IN_Director_Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)_FE_Advisory_Bangalore

Responsibilities: 

• Deliver high-quality outputs executing all agreed accountabilities and responsibilities of the Cost Performance team 

• Overseeing the creation of cost management plans for various functional and business teams globally 

• Overseeing performance management of actuals versus plans, including preparation of multi-year forecasts 

• Supporting cost recharges and 3rd party JV recoveries 

• Integrating cost plan and performance into overall business plan 

• Timely resolution of all key escalations as raised within the Cost Performance team and with its partners 

• Partner with Business and Finance leadership team to lead the performance agenda and the execution of key strategy decisions  

• Drive integration across all FP&A with key business and embedded finance stakeholders  

• Global Owner of Cost Management Performance policy and procedure 

• Ensure the FP&A team is sustained, with the right resources, tools and talent pipeline to deliver committed and future direction 

Mandatory skill sets: 

Job Functional Knowledge 

• Deep expertise in Planning and Performance Management 

• Managing variable cost types for large and complex organization (Multi $bn’s) 

• Breadth of knowledge across Planning and ARC processes 

• Aware of external trends in digital innovation  

• Detailed knowledge of key internal policies and external standards in the Plan to Perform scope 

Business Expertise 

• High level of business acumen across core bp businesses and understanding of the integrated value chains within, including understanding the key regional dynamics across the global bp footprint 

• High level of commercial acumen across key bp commercial constructs 

• High level of understanding of the external stakeholders and regulatory frameworks within which bp operates 

• Education and relevant professional experience in planning, accounting, reporting and control 

Leadership 

• Drive strategic direction and influence key stakeholders with buy-in to that direction 

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build capability, coach a diverse group of team leaders and drive high performance 

• Empower teams to deliver, supporting with clear expectations and effective support 

• Provide clear direction to the team and inspire colleagues to understand and contribute to the strategic direction aligned with PPM and ARC requirements 

• Customer centric perspective 

• Able to cut through key issues and challenges and rapidly resolve with the right level of buy-in and support both from the FP&A team and its customers 

• Clear and concise communicator – able to build awareness and support of the wider Finance and Business community 

• A passion for people leadership, inspiring and motivating people to deliver results, experience leading others is a must 

Problem Solving 

High level of problem-solving skills required. Examples include: 

• Resolution of escalations around key judgements/evaluations  

• Prioritization of resource demands 

• Solution design decisions for new requirements and driving integration across key functions / enablers 

• Strong commercial orientational, financial, conceptual and analytical skills – understanding and partnering to drive business Imperatives 

Nature and Area of Impact 

• The role will interact and be the main contact point for Businesses and Finance Leadership Teams 

• Lead the team providing cost planning and performance management activities, with significant impact on the Group 

• Provides input into global policy owners to influence requirements, corporate policies and processes 

• Contribute to the overall engagement, culture, capability & integration within the FP&A function 

Interpersonal Skills 

• Leadership and influence 

• Relationship building - Cross cultural sensitivity; a true team player, with an ability to partner across multiple dimensions and stakeholder groups. 

• Build strong relationships based on trust and honest discussion (Business management- Coaching, Stakeholder management, Strategic planning, Managing performance) 

• Communication (verbal and written) - Good command of written and spoken English 

• Strong impact, interpersonal and communication skills with proven capability to influence peers & leadership.  

• Track record of leading team across different geographical boundaries 

• Proven driver of change  

Preferred skill sets: 

• Minimum - 15-20 years of relevant post degree experience in a wide range of complex situations, working across multiple segments and with experience spanning Plan to Perform and Controllership 

• Preferred - Proven leadership capabilities, ability to lead global teams and experience within global, complex and matrix organizations. 

• Oil & Gas experience 

Years of experience required: 

      10 to 15 

Education qualification: 

• Minimum - Business/Finance degree level or equivalent 

• Preferred - Master’s Degree. ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent accounting qualification