Entity:

Production & Operations

Job Family Group:

Procurement & Supply Chain Management Group

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated AP Analyst who excels in a fast-paced, collaborative environment to join the Accounts Payable Team under the Procurement and Supply Chain Team. This role works under the direct supervision of the Accounts Payable Lead.

We are seeking a candidate in Houston, Texas or Denver, Colorado. No relocation is available for this role.

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Analyst:

• Actively enforce and maintain strict adherence to all accounts payable policies and procedures in OpenInvoice and SAP.
• Accountable for the full accounts payable cycle from submission of ticket and invoice into OpenInvoice portal to final payment in SAP.
• Investigate and resolve issues associated with processing of tickets, invoices, and purchase orders both in OpenInvoice and SAP.
• Manage supplier credits and the Accounting queues in OpenInvoice.
• Manage Middleware and SAP VIM invoice exceptions with ability to identify and fix root causes of failures.
• Process sales and use tax reviews for Texas, Louisiana and Colorado.
• Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations for Trade Payables and GR/IR imbalances.
• Perform analysis of goods receipt versus invoice receipt
• Publish weekly ticket and invoice reporting for business users.
• Prepare manual payment requests using PE tool.
• Manage AP accountabilities with vendor blocks.
• Assist team with gathering support for internal and external audits.
• Facilitate quarterly OpenInvoice office hours for business users.
• Provide guidance and training to suppliers and business users on using OpenInvoice.
• Participate in maintaining vendor relations and building effective partnerships.
• Maintain minimum daily productivity requirements along with a high level of accuracy.
• Conduct business with the highest ethical standards.
• Identify and suggest continuous improvements opportunities.
• Actively participate in all team meetings.
• Assist in ad hoc projects as needed.
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize responsibilities.

Expected Skills:

• Capable of following process flows and adhering to established Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to work in an independent and collaborative environment.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to make routine decisions and takes initiative to deliver desired outcomes.
• Actively supports a team environment and respects the opinions of others.
• Comfortable asking questions and collaborating with lead and teammates to solve problems.
• Demonstrates accuracy, thoroughness, and strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Adherence to tight deadlines and quick turnaround for deliverables.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from vendors and associates.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to develop and maintain an organized structure.
• Possesses the discipline and focus to work independently and maintain high productivity while working remotely.
• Comfortable with using AI technology.

Essential Education and Experience:

• 5 -10 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Understanding of general accounting
• Intermediate proficiency working with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Copilot).
• Strong/Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Previous experience using SAP S/4 Hana, VIM and OpenInvoice is preferred.
• Oil and Gas sales and use tax experience for Texas and Louisiana is preferred.

Work Environment: This is a high growth, fast paced organization. The ability to be productive and successful in an intense work environment is critical. Willingness and ability to travel domestically on occasion is required, it is anticipated that this will be less than 1% of work time.

Salary and Reward:

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 401K matching program. How much do we pay (Base)? $55,000- $75,000

*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.

Travel Requirement

Negligible 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:

Agility core practices, Agility tools, Analytical Thinking, Business Acumen, Contract Creation, Contract handover and implementation, Contract Management, Digital Fluency, Negotiating, Negotiation planning and preparation, Sourcing strategy, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Selection

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 (eg, 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.