BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. We are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE:
- Handle and lead all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting for the Operations team.
- Collaborate with Operations to optimize spending and ensure budget adherence.
- Lead financial reporting, ensuring accuracy in actuals, forecasts, and variances.
- Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making and cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with SOX, audit requirements, and corporate governance policies.
- Drive financial acumen and commercial awareness across the Operations team.
- Oversee excise clearance planning between Operations, Sales, and Supply Chain.
- Manage capital expenditure (Capex) planning and ensure alignment with business cases.
- This role requires travel to Madang for one week each month, with costs covered by the company.
QUALIFICATIONS AND ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CA qualification preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, preferably in FMCG or manufacturing.
- Strong leadership, partner management, and influencing skills.
- Experience with SAP, BI, BPC, or similar financial systems.
- Ability to analyze large datasets and present financial insights clearly.
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and commercial acumen.
- Excellent communication skills to engage cross-functional teams and external partners.
- Experience managing budgets, financial controls, and compliance processes.
- Willingness to travel to Madang for one week each month.
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.