Job description:
The Manage Hydrocarbon Inventory (MHI) process extends across many steps in the lifecycle of hydrocarbon stock within the Shell Group - from recording contracts for purchases and sales of stock in our systems, recording stock movements, stock reconciliations, invoicing for stock sales and payments for stock purchases, through to stock valuation. MHI forms part of the wider Hydrocarbon Management process which has been identified as one of the five key processes on which Group will focus in order to improve further its competitive position and close the value gap.
The MHI processes undertaken in Krakow support a number of Downstream businesses, principally Trading & Supply, but also Aviation, Bitumen, Lubes and Chemicals and Gas & Power business.
This particular Associate position refers to working in Stock Recording and Reconciliation Team for Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
Requirements:
Accountabilities
- An Accountant will conduct accounting activities related to invoice settlements and billing/product movementsâ postings/stocks of hydrocarbons reconciliation/stock valuation
- Accurately and on time monitor, chase, identify and discuss reason for open items
- Maintenance of control framework in accordance to procedures
- Execute process activities timely and first time right
- Contribute to continuous process improvements and simplification
- Ensure business partnering trough active participation in operational calls and other forums to raise and escalate issues
- Operate co-operatively with other teams and stakeholders providing mutual assistance to deliver overall success
- Provide timely and accurate data processing and performance reporting on HC processes for each OU within scopeâ take ownership and initiative until is successfully and accurately processed
- Manage and answer vendor queries in prompt manner
- Resolve process issues with help of other teams, both within and outside Finance department
- Taking part in operational calls, communicate effectively with relevant departments
- Ensure appropriate process documentation, roles and procedures
- An Accountant will conduct all accounting activities upon which reporting depend in a timely and accurate manner (in line with financial accounting month-end timetable)
- Carrying out other tasks assigned by the supervisors
- Acting as a cooperative team player
- Maintaining and implementing agreed personal development plan
Requirements
- University degree, preferably in economic, accounting or finance area or equivalent accounting courses
- 1-2 years of experience in relevant accounting environment (preferable in other financial center)
- Good working knowledge of MS Office, especially Excel
- Good knowledge of SAP accounting system is desirable
- Very good English (written and oral) is a must
- Good German level B2 would be an asset
- Organizational skills, ability to deal with competing priorities
- Strong analytical skills and attention to details
- Customer focus and ability to cooperate with other cross-functional teams
- Ability to communicate effectively within a team and with business partners
- Ability to work under pressure and time constraints
- Ability to recognize issues, attempt resolution and escalate problems if unable to resolve
Number of Vacancies: 2
Benefits of working at Shell:
- Meaningful work in a company that is universally respected as a truly global energy leader (one of the world’s biggest companies according to Fortune Global 500)
- Unique opportunity to fulfill your potential with personal and professional development programs
- Work in a smart and motivated team within a supportive and inclusive culture with strong values
- Attractive salary and bonuses
- Complex medical care and individual life insurance
- Sports programme & facilities e.g. Multisport Benefits Card, vouchers for free time activities
- Good atmosphere at work and comfortable working environment: own canteen and a few relax rooms
- Opportunity to participate in social and community projects