Corporate Finance Assistant Manager - Planning & Reporting

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!

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation.

To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey!

SENIORITY LEVEL: Junior Level Management

FUNCTION: Corporate Finance

SALARY RANGE: Starting at RM 7,000 + excellent benefits + market leading bonus

LOCATION: Bandar Sunway, Selangor, Malaysia

ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES

This role is part of Corporate Finance Team for APMEA North DRBU, based at our GBS Centre in Malaysia. Day-to-day focus is on working with the market to deliver robust and agile financial forecasting, reporting, and important analysis, onboard senior Finance partners and key business meetings.This role requires close collaboration with both the Finance Manager and Financial Controller, the CFOM team, Regional Corporate office and heavily involve in dealing directly with senior stakeholders from end markets.

Key results include driving the monthly SOP rhythm, ensuring we have a clear view of our bottom-up financial position along with sensitivities and gap close recommendations. This role interacts with Corporate Finance Controller to ensure GBS strategic objectives of standardization, scalability and consolidation are met. You will also be required to ensure all monthly business as usual (BAU) tasks relating to planning & reporting are completed on time and to a high quality.

Reports to: Corporate Finance Manager

Reporting Level: Manage self and others

Geographic Scope: Bandar Sunway, Selangor

WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Lead the delivery of financial information and scenarios required for S&OP meetings, budget and for actuals in line with the agreed service level agreements of our customers & meeting the targets/expectations.
• Drive operational improvements to better simplify and integrate processes and maintain complete and accurate standard operating procedures and support control documentation requirements.
• Handle accounting policy and procedure inquiries and ad hoc reporting and analysis requests; provide periodic customer/site training
• Ensure customer needs and relationships are fulfilled and improved through proactive involvement and interaction
• Develop and assist in automating processes utilizing innovative technical and processing solutions
• Driving a high-quality monthly forecasting rhythm, ensuring the GBS Finance Manager & Financial Controller is able to understand the latest bottom-up financial positions and cause of change in each cluster.
• Collaborating closely with Corporate and Commercial Finance team members at the end market, to drive a robust management forecasting and reporting process, provisioning of financial insights, ad-hoc analysis, and facilitating an environment where simplification and continuous improvement are prioritized.
• Works closely with other local GBS Finance teams (including Planning & Reporting and Accounting Services) and will have opportunities to work in cross-functional teams to focus on specific operational improvement and/or analysis and insight projects

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• At least 5 years of proven experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment
• A detailed understanding and knowledge of relevant finance tools and systems, specifically BI/BPC, SAP or ERP equivalent
• Understand the impact of the accounting process and practice;
• Understand the platforms and analyse reports, identify issues and challenges within reports functionalities and data;
• Able to drive projects and operational improvements and handle a remote customer base model
• Attention to detail, analytical, proactive, and can work under pressure with minimum supervision
• Knowledgeable in identifying risks and in implementing controls.
• Minimum Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance. Professional accountancy qualification i.e. CA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA will be an added advantage.

WE ARE BAT

At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
• Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
• Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
• Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
• Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies

BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER

Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!

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.

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