Corporate Finance Manager

British American Tobacco is a leading tobacco group, with brands sold in more than 200 markets. We employ more than 57,000 people and, with over 200 brands in our portfolio, we make the cigarette chosen by one in eight of the world’s one billion adult smokers. We hold robust market positions in each of our four regions – Americas; Asia-Pacific; Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa; and Western Europe – and we are leaders in more than 60 markets.

Minimum of 5 years’ of proven ability in finance positions in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment
A good understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically SAP / BPC is an advantage
Advanced written and spoken English skills
Strong leadership & influencing skills
IFRS knowledge
A good understanding of other functional areas, . operations and marketing would be an advantage
Excellent analytical skills
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) proficient user
Degree educated in Finance / Accounting with professional accountancy qualification (CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA) in progress / qualified is an advantage

Prepare and report accurate and timely financial information (Budgets and Forecasts), in line with group accounting principles, for P&L
Prepare analysis / financial modelling to accurately reflect the impact of proposed strategies on the operating results of the business which will support business decisions
Analyse current and past trends in key performance indicators including all areas of revenue, cost of sales and expenses
Manage month-end closure activities and postings
Explain any variance between actuals and forecast and ensure any unexplained variance is fixed on time
Supporting departments’ heads and budget holders with functional overheads reporting/analysis
Help ensure a robust control environment and own 100% compliance to SOx requirements
Liaise with GBS to ensure delivery of information is on-time in full (OTIF)
Support all internal and external stakeholders as required, . Internal & External Audit