GA Analyst

Entity

Finance

Job Family Group

Finance Group

Job Description

We are a global energy business involved in every aspect of the energy system. We are working towards delivering light, heat, and mobility to millions of people every day. We are one of the very few companies equipped to solve some of the big complex challenges that matter for the future. We have a real contribution to make to the world's ambition of a low-carbon future. Join us and be part of what we can accomplish together. You can participate in our new ambition to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and help the world get to net zero.

Would you like to discover how our diverse, hardworking people are leading the way in making energy cleaner and better – and how you can play your part in our world-class team?

Role Purpose

The GA Analyst plays a critical role in ensuring the accurate processing of fuel-related financial transactions and vendor draft payments across bp and TravelCenters of America entities. This role is responsible for reviewing fuel pricing discrepancies, validating and processing vendor draft payments, performing SAP-based investigations and reconciliations, and supporting internal stakeholders to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and financial accuracy.

Key Accountabilities

Fuel Pricing Review & Resolution

Review and analyze fuel invoices to identify pricing discrepancies.Compare vendor-billed prices against SAP-maintained pricing records.Investigate pricing variances and resolve root causes.Coordinate with Fuel AP, Fuel Supply, Fuel Administration, and vendors to resolve exceptions.Support PO reversals, pricing corrections, and credit/rebill activities.Validate Bills of Lading (BOLs), invoices, pricing files, and supporting documents.Supervise ageing items and ensure timely follow-up and resolution.

Vendor Draft Payment Processing

Gather and review vendor draft notices received through emails, vendor portals, and external websites.Consolidate draft information from various formats including PDF, Excel, and text files.Prepare and validate SAP upload files for vendor payments.Process draft payment transactions in SAP and ensure accurate posting.Verify vendor details, payment amounts, invoice references, and supporting documentation.Maintain payment records and ensure compliance with established controls.

Reconciliation, Controls & Reporting

Perform reconciliation of vendor payments, pricing exceptions, and open-item balances.Investigate unmatched transactions and resolve discrepancies.Maintain daily operational reports, trackers, and management dashboards.Ensure all documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready.Support month-end close, balance sheet reconciliation, and audit requirements.Identify recurring issues and recommend operational improvements and automation opportunities.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Fuel Accounting, Fuel Admin, Supply Teams, Treasury, Vendors, and Business Partners.Provide timely updates on issues, resolutions, and pending actions.Escalate critical and high-risk items appropriately.Support process transitions, knowledge transfers, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Challenges

Ability to influence groups that may have differing priorities.Quickly respond to changing circumstances.Tailor communication style to suit the audience.Issues and reconciling items are at times complex and multi-faceted to resolve requiring strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Qualification & Experience And Competencies

Essential Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field with 4+ years of experience.Ability to meet month-end close and other deadlinesStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong communication and interpersonal skillsGood organizational skills - attention to detailBias for action underpinned by a strong work ethic, teamwork and proven track record of value added.

Desirable Criteria

General accounting experienceRelevant experience in Fuel Accounting, Accounts Payable, Vendor Payments, Pricing Review, Financial Operations, or Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.Experience working in a shared services or global business services environment is preferred.Demonstrated proficiency with SAPExposure to the Product Supply BusinessFamiliarity with payables and receivables

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

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

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is eligible for relocation within country

Remote Type

This position is not available for remote working

Skills

Accounting policy, Accounting Processes and Financial Systems, Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Payable Management, Analytical Thinking, Analytics, Business process control, Business process improvement, Customer centric thinking, Data Analysis, Digital Automation, Digital Fluency, Financial Reporting, Internal control and compliance, PO Tracking, Purchase Order Creation, Purchase Order Management, Purchase Orders

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.

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.