Financial Analyst with Russian - EEMEA region

GBS (Global Business Services) provides financial, human resources, audit and IT services to the British American Tobacco entities. Our category expertise, large capabilities and international operation makes us a unique business partner who excels in financial leadership and, therefore, offers great shareholder value for BAT.

If you have financial or HR areas background; you thrive when faced with a challenge and you are highly motivated; you want to develop your career in an organisation that will not only recognise the unique attributes you bring but will support your development and reward your contribution,
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Knowledge of Russian language;
Financial background, experience in Planning and Reporting would be considered a plus;
At least 1-2 years of experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment;
Knowledge and understanding of financial accounting framework (IFRS) is desired;
Detail-oriented, analytical, pro-active and can work under tight deadlines with minimum supervision;
Analytical thinking and advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel.
Self-motivated, with strong communication skills and attention to details;
Strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude;
A thorough understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically BI/BPC SAP (FI / COPA module) or ERP equivalent would be considered an advantage.

We have an exciting opportunity within our Finance Team for a Planning and Reporting Analyst! The role sits in the Planning and Reporting team based in our GBS center and will be responsible for the delivery of the statutory and management accounting processes by:
Offering support in preparation of the monthly/quarterly/annual statutory and management financial reporting (P&L, BS, CF);
Analysis of the financial accounts to monitor ongoing performance on an accurate and timely basis;
Business partnering with finance colleagues from End-Markets to identify their financial requirements and support in meeting reporting deadlines;
Perform quality review of the financial information prior to releasing it to the Corporate Finance team;
Operate according to agreed GBS Finance processes and in compliance with group policies and procedures.